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Some Kind of Wonderful

Tears tied behind my eyes did tear and fall Unto my cheeks a clear and salted stream Begging my lungs the air her name to call Dispersed whispers although I tried to scream She left as I crawled for my self-esteem After the rain the sun shows us a smile Forever she's been gone I've rained a while Waiting by wells for wishes to come true One day I threw a penny in the pile And turned around and saw a lovely You Johnny Sumler Form Or Free Upto Thee

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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Date: 7/30/2011 7:52:00 PM
I too love the last line, it sums up the verse with style.
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Date: 6/30/2011 5:34:00 AM
Congratulations Johnny on your win in Brian Strand's "Form Or Free Up To Thee" contest. Love, Carol
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Date: 6/27/2011 6:10:00 PM
johnny, gosh I am not familiar with this form but i'm so happy to see you scored with this little poem. I especially love those last lines, threw a penny in the pile (and the wish came true!) Congrats.
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Date: 6/24/2011 8:58:00 AM
Congratulations on your win, Johnny! An emotive beginning winding down to its tenderly wistful ending. Beautifully composed! You rock, Johnny! Hugs to you, Mikki
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Date: 6/24/2011 8:05:00 AM
Congrats Johnny on your expressive entry winning in the contest .. luv the premise and theme ..enjoy the win..luv..
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Date: 6/24/2011 7:51:00 AM
Wonderful write Johnny ..congrats on your win.
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