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For Edward Ibeh's This or That Contest written March 9 2025

They say God won’t put more on you than you can bare Sounds like violet vanity For those NOT in despair The darkest days in the Mind of a deranged butterfly trapped in a nap in a cocoon Who knew? The caterpillar! The madness was like liquid Melting on a maroon mind During the day and at night It morphed into a black cloudy curtain Falling heavy and hot Breaking eggshells for nerves Wailing and words muffled By the trafficking pills prescribed Tipping the balance is fuchsia And a kaleidoscope of colors Of courage despite corruption of faith A trip to the grave is no escape But to lay burdens at the foot Of the cross can save you my love

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Date: 4/7/2025 5:18:00 AM
Karen, this is a wonderful poem with amazing imagery. I enjoyed it. Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest!
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Karen Jones
Date: 4/7/2025 8:39:00 AM
I am honored! Thank you for an inspiring fun contest!

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