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What does she see in this tour path puddle? It is her mother's longing lucid dream. Shimmering shadows that are so subtle, fading liberty hopes, that she has seen. An aspiration of just what might be openly revealed on a brick walkway. A watery wish this lone child can see sparking a lifelong quest for her today. She surely has the right to liberty even blind bigots can't deny her that. Diverse people strive for their dignity yet may fall prey to cruel caveat. Traipsing timidly through these near narrows remember rainbows can't cast dark shadows. Sonnet 97 words 14 lines 12/22 Color pencil illustration by G. Gaul Independence Hall, Philadelphia, PA USA pictured in the puddle. Imaginary future image of the young girl who is looking, appears in front of Independence Hall.

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