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A Shame

His heart, once tattered, recalls the scars grown around forgotten misdeeds. Blame became a knife, exposing tender, underdeveloped nerves. Today, the accidental push sends him, descending into anger and remorse. It's a shame.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2008




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Date: 8/26/2008 3:38:00 PM
So very well written and deep insight into the human psyche. The scars and baggage we carry around can be crippling. You are so right, it is a shame. Well done. Regards Heidie
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Sander Wolff
Date: 4/11/2018 1:34:00 PM
Thank you, Heidie. I struggle with feelings of shame, but I'm facing them.

Book: Shattered Sighs