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Bad Day

Brittle, uneven nails Jabbing her skin Kept her alert While forcing a grin Blank, saddened eyes Skimming the faces Sure, to keep moving Refraining embraces A mumbling cycle Of indistinct chatter Diverted attention From what was the matter Leaving the impression She had little to say With no one aware She had a bad day

Copyright © | Year Posted 2019




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Date: 9/25/2019 9:13:00 AM
I wrote a piece called “The Ripping”, this piece brought it to mind. We all cope differently. I hope your nails and spirit are intact. Hugs Rick.
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Date: 9/10/2019 12:36:00 PM
That sums them up well.
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Date: 9/5/2019 6:02:00 PM
Bad days start when one looks into a mirror! Best to avoid that until after a cup of tea! Aloha! Rico
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Date: 9/5/2019 2:33:00 PM
I know this feeling very well. : ) Hope the day gets better.
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Date: 9/5/2019 2:08:00 PM
Ouch. I felt this one. x
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