Makita Xxiii

Sharp and branded was the hunger
Thundering within my paunch
guised as the quintessence
spearheaded by life
‘twas the claw cast
from death’s marred teat
Heard within yonder valleys
Whence I sought freedom
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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July 10, 2012 at 1:44 AM
Very nice!
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