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Siblings Two pictured perfect Oh dear then came three Mum and Dad loved each other I am sorry but happy They stumbled and fell with me I had to share your room You even had it painted In the clinical white you have come to know But I was just a little kid You even had our duvets Look like a stephen king clown horror show I tried to stretch my arms And inject a little artistry My time would never really shine I am not sure what was in our hearts But whatever genes were injected They're will could not reach mine I think we all know Something went wrong Something along the way But I will never hurt Never ever, for the gift Of being able to feel life in awe and decay I am advertising space For all that life Has to shed and pour out If it kicks me Kisses me Shakes me all about I am happy to feel Every single bruise Every emotion cut to the very core If a life happened To fall upon me When unexpected Then the least I can do Is it let it take from me All it wants to explore...

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 5/10/2009 11:54:00 AM
What a nice impressive well penned poem. Keepon posting. Ernilando
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Date: 5/8/2009 2:54:00 PM
Your poem sets the stage for a sibling rivalry in a very creative way, Jo. How gently you convey the way you "stumbled" into your family's life unexpectedly. And I don't believe I've ever heard a phrase more profound than "I am advertising space For all that Life Has to shed and pour out." This is a masterpiece! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 5/4/2009 6:32:00 AM
Yes, a very soul searching write~along the path of lifes winding road....I sincerely love this write! Written so well within many ways; and for many reasons!? And anytime one reaches into "The Treasure of Their Soul"~then jewels and gold shall always be found...."Excellent Write Jo!"~Blessings and Warmth Always To You and Your Loves, John!:) Bye ~
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Date: 5/3/2009 6:33:00 PM
What a beautiful poem ... and it evokes so much empathy ... continue to be strong ... in your write, love it!
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