A House Neglected

House me not on beds of orchids

Orchids though fragrant can wither,

Wither on yards dried from neglect

Neglect, though, ruins heart’s dwelling.




6. 07.2015
Four Lines Only,  for Nette Onclaud
Visual 4
Manny Pizon
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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Maverick Avatar
June 14, 2015 at 3:24 PM
Hello Manny, congratulations on the spot achieved Manny''
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June 12, 2015 at 7:47 PM
Manny, Congratulations on your 4 line win. Hugs SKAT
Merryman Avatar
June 12, 2015 at 6:21 PM
Good write, Manny! Congrats on your win! Love, Kim
Allison Avatar
June 12, 2015 at 3:20 PM
I do like your interpretation of the visual but My orchids flower for at least 8 months lol :-) hugs Jan xx
Muideen Avatar
June 10, 2015 at 12:49 AM
What a fabulous piece, it extremely interesting and enjoyable, excellent write Manny.......A.M.
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