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Her love palpable

He takes his afternoon nap
She keeps watch on his rhythmic breathing
~ Moment’s peace while cancer sleeps



AP: Honorable Mention 2025
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Etgen-Baker Avatar
November 5, 2025 at 5:52 PM
oh, brief but poignant and powerful
Gauthier Avatar
November 5, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Thank you so much, Sara ~
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