Ode To Childhood
Tender petals of youth wither and fade
Stinging the soul with regret
Sharp penance of years
A yearning too deep for tears
A token of repentance
Times short pleasure to take
Youthful mirth vanishes away
Copyright © Lori Lucas Mcclure | Year Posted 2012
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