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Broken Sleep

1:00am This time, on a deep dented Pillow, lies tears From smashing and thrashing Against the grain. I fear most the window chimes, Sounding more and more like chains On glass. (Fingernails ripped out) The ghost here reads real. Drenched blackbirds are scurrying From the recent storm; feathers their murk In my head. The thing is: I have them by Their wings— (switch over to bed).

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Date: 6/24/2023 9:41:00 PM
It is a poem full of dark thoughts ! The images powerfully speak of an overpowering gloom ! Well done, Paige
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Date: 6/23/2023 6:34:00 PM
Love the darkness! I truly one of your best works. Your fan A.S.
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Date: 6/19/2023 2:28:00 PM
I can relate to the broken nights - your imagery is intense and dark especially with the wind chimes and bird! hugs jan xx
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Date: 6/16/2023 2:12:00 PM
Sounds to familiar to me, Paige. If I get 3 hours in a row it's been a good night. I liked your imagery. Have a great weekend my friend. Bill
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Date: 6/16/2023 8:29:00 AM
Sleeplessness can bring such poe-worthy thoughts. I will get up and read my bible!
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Date: 6/15/2023 10:01:00 PM
Broken sleep fills our head with all sorts of fearful thoughts and fancies . Wish a sound sleep tonight without menacing dreams. Enjoyed your poem.
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Date: 6/15/2023 5:15:00 PM
Paige's poem is a delightful piece of work. It is cleverly written with stunning imagery of birds that evoke a sense of fear and nightmares. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it.
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Date: 6/15/2023 5:11:00 PM
stupendous images of birds, it made me think kind of nightmare and fears, really enjoyed
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