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A Man In Ruins

a man, broken, he's saddled with vices galore; alcohol and gambling, gargantuan monsters of ruin that do not sleep. he's addicted to both; always falls back to the bottom rung ladder of sobriety Writing Challenge - R words - Poetry Contest Sponsored by Constance La France Theme of choice: Ruin Syllables checked at HMS Date written: 04/05/2023:

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Date: 4/7/2023 12:24:00 PM
- Congratulations on your first place in the contest, Edward - Beautifully written - hugs
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/8/2023 5:03:00 AM
Thank you very much, Anne-Lise:-)
Date: 4/7/2023 7:47:00 AM
Indeed alcoholism is a 'ruin'. Nice write Edward. Congratulations on your win! :)
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/7/2023 10:37:00 AM
Thank you very much, Linda:-)
Date: 4/6/2023 8:15:00 PM
Edward, outstanding writing and thank you for sharing your poem in my Writing Challenge congratulations !
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/6/2023 8:59:00 PM
Thank you very much for the congratulations and my placement, Constance:-) Most appreciated.
Date: 4/6/2023 8:09:00 PM
Unable to quit pondering on this insightful poem; your thoughts are profound and uplifting. Congratulations on your podium win.
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/6/2023 8:58:00 PM
Thank you very much, Lasaad:-)
Date: 4/6/2023 8:05:00 PM
A very beautiful picture of ruin. Congratulations!
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Edward Ibeh
Date: 4/6/2023 8:58:00 PM
Thank you very much, Christuraj:-)

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