A Pound of Flesh

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Do not be diabolically deceived by this entity called ‘Love’, and the Blue Jewell we call Earth. For both of them work in unison to capture their prey, like a Venus Fly Trap. Some will die a thousand deaths, before a pound of flesh must be given to escape their succulent snare. As we are being dissected by vultures beneath a brilliant blue sky. Holding hands in the park before the unforeseen quenching quicksand, as it hungers in the distance. Fallaciously fornicating…to release more life, a pound of flesh must be served. There are many piercing pleasantries that excite the exotic eye, each to allure its victim, as we watch the clouds caress the mountainous view. To whom the bells toll, a pound of Flesh for your soul… why does love exist? for only to meet its death under the blue sky April.27.2019 Pick A Title, Vol 4 Haibun Poetry Sponsored by: Edward Ibeh 4.) Pound of Flesh Placed 1'st...Thank You

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Date: 5/24/2019 4:46:00 PM
A superb, powerful write, WW!:-) Congratulations on your top win in my contest!
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Date: 5/1/2019 10:53:00 AM
An amazing write - brilliantly penned with awesome imagery - your pen spills such gems ^WW^. Hugs, Jen.
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Date: 4/30/2019 5:36:00 AM
Ah, the sky blues itself regardless of our love drama being good or bad, I like your poe el ette dear WW. xo
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Date: 4/29/2019 5:29:00 AM
Wow, so powerful and brilliantly composed WW. You have an awesome way with words my friend. Great write as usual. Although, you don't need it...good luck in the contest. Love & Peace...CM
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Date: 4/28/2019 8:56:00 PM
Love was created by our Creator. Mankind has destroyed what is good and pure. Still- God is in control, even though it may not seem that way. He set everything in motion. Powerful thoughts my Warrior with Wings. Love and Light. ~ Brandy
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Date: 4/28/2019 4:36:00 PM
Very deep thinking, WW. It was also very interesting to hear your very British accent (I will feel stupid if it was Australian or something . Not too good with accents!) Lots of very descriptive work with metaphor here!
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Date: 4/28/2019 6:53:00 AM
I totally agree with you, Winged Warrior, when "Love" is being used as an undercover to deceive souls. when earth is conquered by evil minds and manipulated by narrow hearts.. yes we would "toll for a pound of flesh" just to survive! and we risk be a pound of flesh! A powerful and deep work of art that shakes the mind and fills the heart with a piercing ache for such reality. I always have Faith in the beauty of mankind and Hope for a better world of genuine Love for Humanity. Wonderful! A FAV.
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Winged Warrior
Date: 4/28/2019 7:05:00 AM
Thank you so much, Besma...you are too kind my friend...and thank you for the fav...I too look for the beauty of mankind...but such reality also uncovers great horror...we as poets must bring a healing alignment to the Earth...starting with you my friend...happy endings...^WW^...{*J*}
Date: 4/27/2019 11:14:00 AM
You reached the breadth and depth with this poem..life, love, and death..thanks for the audio, WW. All the best.
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Winged Warrior
Date: 4/28/2019 7:01:00 AM
Thank you, my friend...always nice to see you here Vijay...you are like family...happy endings...^WW^
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