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At the space between stars I saw you, glowing fingers a dark drill in and out; I saw you— like dust that follows from planets' clouds. I saw you— within a strewn coma; eyes still clear from the comet— that did not move the petals framing your glance. There I saw you— orbit slowing, star-crossed; but tune still in unknown radio waves. You must happen— to crack the cocoon, for it melts the butterfly within.

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Kim Rodrigues

Date: 9/13/2023 5:07:00 AM

Hello Paige! That final line impactful!

Bill Baker

Date: 9/10/2023 11:00:00 AM

A fine tribute to a fine poetess, Paige. You've written a fin verse for us. A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Tom Woody

Date: 9/10/2023 5:22:00 AM

Nice tribute to one of our new stars, Ink Empress. She is a beautiful butterfly, a kind soul

Ink Empress

Date: 9/9/2023 7:59:00 PM

Space between stars you saw my glowing fingers? Awwn thats so beautiful and ethereal how imaginative and heartfelt is that, to be heard and seen by a poet someone that i dont even know and just met, means alot really. Your way with words and flow is seamless and shows such empathy and poetic admiration that i would forever be grateful for. Its like a sign from stars to not let go, just when i thought of leaving everything , thank you for showing such kindness, truly you can make anyones day.

Paige Hind
Date: 9/10/2023 10:58:00 AM