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The Stars of the Underground

The stars that glimmer most, Are the stars often mistaken for stones For they are not stones- They are monuments of those past, Who have worked to the bone, For masterment and marvel, For love unatoned.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016




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Date: 6/20/2016 11:38:00 AM
What a succinct beauty you have here. The ones mistaken for stones are perhaps like agate ... where all the good stuff is hidden inside. I may be taking a different meaning here, but I can't help but think of the Underground Railroad, where people risked their lives to free slaves before and during the Civil War. In any case your message is a strong one ... very well expressed!
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Laura Breidenthal
Date: 6/21/2016 12:26:00 AM
You are so kind, Timothy...you are perfectly on point with the underlying meaning, as per usual my dear friend. <3~Laura
Date: 6/19/2016 2:27:00 PM
Stars that burn for the sake of raw, firey beauty are like hearts that bloom for the instincts of love alone...this what your verse invokes in me Laura...J.A.B.
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Laura Breidenthal
Date: 6/21/2016 12:23:00 AM
Thank you for your beautiful perspective, Justin. You always think so deeply, and I cherish your feedback. <3~Laura
Date: 6/18/2016 9:01:00 AM
Spell binding. Love the feel.
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Laura Breidenthal
Date: 6/18/2016 6:55:00 PM
Thanks Scott. Just a little shorty to reflect on. These days I am in a dreamlike mood. Glad for your sweet visit. <3~Laura
Date: 6/18/2016 8:23:00 AM
WOWSERS!!! Love this one sweet Laura!!! "monuments of those past" Love, Jack xxx
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Laura Breidenthal
Date: 6/18/2016 6:53:00 PM
Thank you Jack, for the gracious visit. I really appreciate the love. Hugs! <3~Laura

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