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Dismissive Missive

In a letter curt and bitter cold, Words like ice, sharp and bold. A missive wielded with willful disdain, Dismissive of all warmth, maliciously slain. Lines etched with callous pen, Rejection sealed, again and again. No comfort found, no writer even to scold Just echoes of a preposterous tale untold. Dismissive missive, harsh and clear, Leaving wounds that never disappear. Yet amidst the chill of its embrace, A glimmer of strength, a tiny trace. For in the face of unwanted rejection, There lies within, a resurrection. From the ashes of disdain's abyss, Rises resilience, a defiant kiss.

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Date: 3/16/2024 2:11:00 PM
I'm with you Don. I've been knocked down by some pretty powerful characters. You're words help me feel better about it as the thoughts that I don't like return from time to time, and I have to fight them off. This helps me think about it all in a positive light. This is unusually good!
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Don Iannone
Date: 3/17/2024 7:49:00 AM
Hi Duke, when I entered the working world, memoranda rolled in the office environment. I recall writing memos on yellow legal pads, and then having them typed by a secretary. Both of which today are hard to come by. Don
Date: 3/13/2024 10:24:00 PM
Really loved your poems Looking forward to seeing your Comments
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Don Iannone
Date: 3/14/2024 3:48:00 AM
Thank you so much. I appreciate you reading my poems. I will take a look at your work shortly.
Date: 3/13/2024 10:00:00 AM
A good one to read aloud.
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Don Iannone
Date: 3/13/2024 11:54:00 AM
Hadn't considered that, but I will try it. Thx.

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