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Gates Shut, Game Closed!

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The gate creaked, moaning and groaning to shut, Sealing up, quelling, the bickering blame-game glut. No you can’t sneak around, and jump the fence, With grave looting cries of grief-stricken offense! That won’t work anymore! So don’t strut up on-bail, Clad in your ghostly godforsaken gossamer veil, Claiming it was not your fault, 'cos you told no lie! For snake-eyes have tears that very quickly dry! The gist was far to hollow, for back-sliding disdain, So go! The gate’s locked - you won’t get in again.

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Date: 7/19/2025 11:09:00 AM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your wonderful "Gates Shut, Game Closed!" write. I have been off the computer for a few days. Have a blessed day with your win.......
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John Anderson
Date: 7/19/2025 11:49:00 AM
WOW - thanks very much for your feedback. Cheers and best Wishes
Date: 7/12/2025 8:45:00 AM
Love this very much John and enjoyed the narration. Congratulations! :)
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Date: 7/11/2025 5:07:00 AM
- Congratulations on your great win in the contest, John :) - hugs
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John Anderson
Date: 7/11/2025 9:19:00 AM
Thanks very much. Cheers and Best Wishes

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