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A Selfless Act In a Selfish World

For only the lonely can know A selfless act in a selfish world, Self servers with their lists to show For only the lonely can know An act you have nothing to owe, Rare vessels of goodwill unfurled For only the lonely can know A selfless act in a selfish world.

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/9/2014 9:52:00 PM

Nicely done!!! Is it for the new triolet contest or for the solitary contest? GOod to see a new face here. I hope you enjoy it.

Lisa Richards
Date: 8/13/2014 10:43:00 AM

Hi Andrea, Thanks for your comments, it was entered for the triolet contest, I'm enjoying the challenges of various styles, and look forward to catching up with your inspiring work ...Lisa

Carol Eastman

Date: 7/30/2014 11:15:00 AM

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Lisa Richards
Date: 7/31/2014 4:12:00 PM

Thank you Carol I appreciate your welcome and comments, I look forward to following your poetry