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Milla Charlette

Nana’s a safe harbour for a child, a rattling baby taking water at the christening font, and fluid in the lungs. Little’s of consequence for you, ceremony or theology, or clan gathering. We pilfer your routine deftly as rogue genes have jellied your muscle. But held above the waterline you’re safe now, if perplexed to tears, the agony of taking passage from death to life not quite surpassing navigation of more hostile currents.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011




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Date: 1/7/2024 7:53:00 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
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Date: 1/27/2016 10:16:00 PM
Alistair, enjoyed reading your poem, Please keep writing and sharing your poetry. XOX -- LINDA --
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Date: 9/9/2015 2:22:00 PM
Alistair, thank you for sharing. A pleasure to read... SKAT
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Date: 3/29/2011 4:35:00 AM
Thank you so much for your comment, Carol. May your week likewise be filled with beauteous and glorious wonders! Alistair x
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Date: 3/28/2011 8:38:00 AM
Enjoyed reading your wonderful poetry this morning Alistair. May you have a beautiful week of good health, love and baskets overflowing with inspiration. Love, Carol
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