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Leather

Tough and unbound,
Unrestrained by the seasons,
At the call of duty,
Not slowed down by age and time.

Dust and dampness,
They’re its foes and assailants,
It brightens when polished,
Bringing back its sheen and shine.


November 16, 2025.
Nette Onclaud,
Texture of Minimalism Poetry Contest.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Somadas Avatar
November 22, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Congrats on your win Thompson..
Alex Avatar
November 21, 2025 at 9:36 PM
A beautiful illustration on Leather. Congratulations!
Emate Avatar
November 22, 2025 at 12:20 AM
Thank you, Christuraj. I'm honoured.
Dietrich Avatar
November 21, 2025 at 8:24 PM
I really like this. Big congrats in the contest
Emate Avatar
November 22, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Thank you, Andrea. I'm honoured.
Godwin Avatar
November 16, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Well done, I enjoyed reading this and wish you all the best with the contest. CayCay
Emate Avatar
November 22, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Thank you, CayCay, for stopping by. It's an honour.
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