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Hibernation

How long must I yield to dormancy? These cells slow their churn While my mind drifts in brutal fancy Life's hope longs to burn Traps dot my path, eager to lance me Tissues beg to learn Skin recoils from the sting of cruel storms Resolve skips away Until even dignity transforms Slumber shapes my clay Your face shall conquer all data swarms Till my dying day I'll guide you home as you fly along My beacon rings true Perhaps Aunt Spring will hasten your song As she's prone to do Future's thaw kindles, crafting you strong In your vibrant hue

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 2/8/2009 11:39:00 PM
I like it just as it is. Lovely, John. I'm ready for the thaw and the rejuvination, myself! Donna G.
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Date: 2/2/2009 1:07:00 PM
When pondering just what I wished to accomplish here I was torn, looking for some kind of hopeful message. Sorry if this didn't hit the mark for you; trying a new approach. Thanks for the critique!
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Date: 1/29/2009 11:22:00 AM
"how long much I yield, dormant? ""traps litter my path eager to lance me"..work a wee bit more..really doesn't need the last verse. Light & Love Debbie Guzzi
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