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Watching

and waiting

- Hesitating -

 

As

~ ~ Painted Smiles ~ ~

Capture

 

Those

Slowly Slipping

away

------------------------------------------------

 

While. .

Poison sneaks

in

 

Attacking

the innocent

* again *

 

I

Watch and Wait

! ! Fearful ! !

 

As

Painted Smiles

Participate

 

In

a game

of

 

- Wicked -

Show and

Tell

Painted Smiles

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( What is Hidden, shall be Revealed )
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020


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Date: 9/26/2021 12:25:00 AM
Sans lipstick Brandy,the beauty of a smile can please..au natural..just saying
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 9/26/2021 8:05:00 PM
Thank you, Brian. Such a sweet thing to say and you are right. Many emotions are within this little scribble of mine. I appreciate your thoughts. Hugs, Brandy
Date: 2/24/2021 1:43:00 PM
Heya Brandy, do you know something, I have learned so much more, from what people don’t say, than what they do, A painted smile admits nothing, however so much is hiding behind it, a very deep succinct message here, yet it speaks in volumes, brilliant, cheers David
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 2/24/2021 6:52:00 PM
Hi David, your thoughts hold so much truth. Sometimes it's what you don't say, that gives what you're thinking away. How you are feeling. Actions speak louder than words. Thank you for reading this scribble of mine. My best to you. ~ Brandy
Date: 1/19/2021 2:07:00 PM
There is a very important message here. Be careful where you go and what you do. Well done. God Bless, JB
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 1/19/2021 8:07:00 PM
Thank you, Judy. Your thoughts hold so much truth. I appreciate you. Many wonderful blessings to you, my dear friend. ~ Brandy
Date: 1/14/2021 6:58:00 AM
Can picture you smiling while playing show and tell. A delightful and dark write. Hugs
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 1/14/2021 6:18:00 PM
In a delightful game, yes. An honest game. This is filled with deep and powerful moments. Thank you, Cecilia. I appreciate you and your thoughts. Hugs, Brandy
Date: 1/4/2021 11:16:00 PM
You seem to have taken a long vacation, hopefully you are not sick. A lovely scribble. for today. ~~
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 1/5/2021 11:22:00 AM
I am doing well. Life is keeping me busy. Thank you Victor, for your kind words. :) Brandy
Date: 1/1/2021 11:03:00 AM
Very smooth Brandy, I enjoyed the read. Great ink!
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 1/1/2021 3:51:00 PM
Thank you, Mark. Just scribbling from the heart. My best to you. :) Brandy
Date: 1/1/2021 7:19:00 AM
Compelling thoughts, Brandy. Enjoyed very much! Best wishes for the new year, Carolyn
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 1/1/2021 3:50:00 PM
Thank you so much, Carolyn. Something to think about, for sure. You and your kind words are appreciated. Happy New Year. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Brandy
Date: 12/28/2020 12:19:00 AM
Thanks for this counsel and warning. Likewise, cheering you with blest Christmas spirit, while sharing "... the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 6:23 of the King James Bible). God bless you.
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/28/2020 7:22:00 PM
You are very welcome, Beata. So kind of you to share this verse. Thank you. Your thoughts are so beautiful and uplifting. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Hugs, Brandy
Date: 12/26/2020 2:52:00 AM
Love this Brandy. So clever and well written. People often think we can't tell, but we do. take care Pete.
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/26/2020 12:51:00 PM
Thank you, Peter. Yes, we can tell. We are smarter than they give us credit for. You and your thoughts are appreciated. My best to you. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/25/2020 9:23:00 PM
There is so much going on in this poem... Beautiful!
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/25/2020 9:31:00 PM
Yes, you are right. Thank you, Lei. Your thoughts are appreciated. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/25/2020 2:29:00 PM
There is such a uniqueness to this poem. Lovely writing.
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Date: 12/25/2020 6:49:00 PM
Thank you, Rob. Just writing from the heart. Many wonderful blessings to you. :) Brandy
Date: 12/21/2020 6:22:00 PM
WOW!! This is a fabulous short poem in its wicked show and tell. Beautifully done, Brandy, stay safe and fabulous always :)
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/21/2020 9:21:00 PM
Thank you, Akkina. Show and tell in this way- isn't a nice game at all. You and your thoughts are appreciated. So sweet of you to say. Stay safe as well. You are so elegant and graceful. :) Brandy
Date: 12/19/2020 6:21:00 AM
Dark and delicious!
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/19/2020 5:36:00 PM
Thank you, Richard. You and your thoughts are appreciated. My best to you. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/16/2020 4:57:00 PM
This is a mind blower,,,, Panagiota xx
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/16/2020 7:21:00 PM
Thank you, Panagiota. I am just speaking from the heart. You and your thoughts are appreciated. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/16/2020 1:05:00 AM
The black behind the red, the wicked show and tell. Why does ugliness always rear its head at a time of peace? Be brave Brandy, remember, there are many of us here who will always support you. Love and Hugs , Maria
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/16/2020 11:32:00 AM
Dear Maria, the wicked are always on the prowl- seeking the weak. It is easy to influence them, to steer them away from the truth. This concerns me. Thank you for your kind words and your support. I am doing well and I am being strong. My best to you. Hugs and Love, Brandy
Date: 12/15/2020 3:58:00 AM
Oh wow...
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/15/2020 7:00:00 PM
Thank you, Kim. Just a scribble from the heart. Your thoughts are appreciated. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/15/2020 12:51:00 AM
Woah.... I've not been on here for a while .. but Tommy told me about your poem and wanted me to pass on the comment below. "Sadly, social media is the perfect lair for the insincere and for those who hide what they are or how they really feel. I was occasionally villified by some who resented me for just being me, no smoke or mirrors. I am who I am and will always be true to myself, as you dear Brandy are to yourself and others. Wishing you and all poets of good heart the very best."
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/15/2020 6:56:00 PM
I am humbled. Thank you Tommy, for this insightful comment. So much truth within this statement. This goes beyond even Social Media. I know that you understand. Thank you for always being You. I appreciate you, your kind words and wishes. Many Wonderful Blessings to you my dear friend. ~ Brandy
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/15/2020 6:50:00 PM
No need to be alarmed, I am doing well. Thank you for asking, Silent One. I hope all is well in your world. ~ Brandy
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Silent One
Date: 12/15/2020 12:51:00 AM
Hope you are well Brandy...
Date: 12/14/2020 3:01:00 PM
Your words offer a bit of caution, Brandy. True, the painted smiles can sometimes be very deceiving but if you look deep into one's eyes you can see their soul. Nicely written my sweet friend. Hugs, John
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/14/2020 8:12:00 PM
Thank you, John. Yes, be not decieved by a Painted Smile that spills out sweet words. Looking deep into someone's heart- is how you can see their true character. You and your thoughts are appreciated. Hugs, Brandy
Date: 12/14/2020 5:47:00 AM
Much intrigue in painted smiles --a brilliant write, Brandy. Every word so preciously placed and every word so succinctly participates. Into my FAVES.
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/14/2020 8:08:00 PM
So much in a Painted Smile- Clever and Crafty indeed. Thank you Vijay, for this amazing comment. Your thoughts are appreciated. Thank you for placing this in your favorites as well. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/14/2020 5:17:00 AM
Smiles painted with deceit, Very nicely done Brandy..
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/14/2020 7:55:00 PM
You are exactly right. That's what this poem is all about. Thank you, Joseph. Your thoughts are appreciated. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/13/2020 11:06:00 PM
Wow, this is great. Well done! :)
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/14/2020 7:44:00 PM
Thank you, Heidi. Your kindness is appreciated. You have a wonderful smile. :) Brandy
Date: 12/13/2020 9:11:00 PM
'Wicked' is the operative word for me --- yet with a trace of a smile... Enticing verse Brandy! Alluring and Lurid, Gershon
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/14/2020 7:42:00 PM
Wicked can hold a few different meanings indeed. Some find that kind of smile exciting. Seems you do. :) Thank you, Gershon. I appreciate you and your thoughts. ~ Brandy
Date: 12/13/2020 7:39:00 PM
"A game of wicked show and tell"--indeed, that's what painted smiles are. That phrase is a perfect summation, Brandy (but you already knew that). Hugs, Paul
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Brandy Nicole
Date: 12/13/2020 7:55:00 PM
Yes, you are correct on that. I already knew. Thank you, Paul. You and your thoughts are appreciated. Always. Hugs, Brandy
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