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Second Skein

First boost given by childhood privilege Level defined by class, income Indicate potential, an esteemed image Gains permit exclusive decorum Height obtained owes society's support Top promotion opens rosy resort Tariff emphasis applies gradual gravity Wherewithal relies on deals won Obligated to uphold palpable authority Freedom creeps halting, a lizard Lured from dimness, limbs doused in sun Impulse to replenish is permission Granted by spider vagabond home spun Hung in a piano accordion alter Tumult affords torn threads a small falter Takeoff administered via mishap Waiver sails on wind universe determines Oracle unfolds glory, God's map Sixteenth June 2022 Written for Contest: Flight Two Sponsor: Chantelle Anne Cooke

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Date: 6/25/2022 1:31:00 AM
Great acrostic with plenty to say. Congratulations!
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Date: 6/24/2022 7:39:00 PM
Dear Sigrid, I admire your skill at composing a compelling acrostic poem and I enjoyed your wonderful way with rhyme as well. Congratulations for your excellent win in Chantelle's contest. Warmest wishes.. ~Susan
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