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In your parched desert land As the pendulum swings And your friends are all gone Still you’re moving right along Like it doesn’t mean a thing In your parched desert land Thinking life’s unforgiving Why not swallow your pride Take an honest look inside Join the land of the living In your parched desert land Your manufactured death valley Kind response was so important Yet your manner was discordant Isolation’s blind alley In your parched desert land When they take the final tally You’ll surrender the fight Find exquisite delight In your brokered finale March 9, 2020 F F I series FINALE Brian Strand, sponsor

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Date: 3/16/2020 11:04:00 AM
The desert land can be so beautiful and at times so very dry. Enjoyed your write and photo...........
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Mark Toney
Date: 3/16/2020 12:29:00 PM
I appreciate your positive outlook, Paula. Take care! ~Mark
Date: 3/10/2020 1:29:00 PM
This feels so isolated, yet gives hope of redemption - I kept thinking of the song 'Desperado' by the Eagles - very complex write, Mark!
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Mark Toney
Date: 3/10/2020 9:46:00 PM
Interesting comment, Michelle. You're always so thoughtful. Much appreciated. ~Mark

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