Hummed Softly

The pretty ones
are always
so pathetic
clinging to looks
imposed upon them
objects of anothers pleasure
empty fulfillment
longing to be seen
inside tenderness
ones inner song
hummed softly
under ones breath
to be heard
by he who hears
the violins cry
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Pigeon Tart Avatar
March 21, 2017 at 1:44 PM
Intriguing write! Love it, reminds me of what Katherine Hepburn said "Plain women know more about men than beautiful ones do." Awesome write Sharon, a 7 indeed :)
Riggio Avatar
March 21, 2017 at 3:05 PM
that is a very nice compliment thanks again
Riggio Avatar
March 21, 2017 at 2:47 PM
thank you so much glad you enjoyed it
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