MOURNFUL PIANO

My song was played on the white notes,
When you were there beside me.
Then, everything seemed natural.
But, since you’ve gone, the song has changed.
I only use the black notes now,
For my life’s completely flat

Connect The Dots contest
Sponsor - Nette Onclaud
1st February 2026
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Jones Avatar
February 1, 2026 at 2:07 PM
Nice write! Love how you used the sounds of the keys! Good luck in the contest
Strudwick Avatar
February 2, 2026 at 6:24 AM
Thank you Karen
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