Neglect

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Long-time neglect morphs into degradation A sad sight of a deserted dwelling; a burning eyesore Tantamount to sown seeds of dreams forgetting to sprout Unharvested fruits withering on the vine Undreamt dreams rusting like wet metal A sanctuary with no one seeking refuge there A garden without a gardener to tend it; growing weeds, all the planted seeds staying buried in the soil Free Verse Or Rhyme Poetry Contest Sponsored by Eve Roper (Winner: 2nd Place) Date written and submitted: 09/04/2019 Photo used: 3

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Eve Roper

Date: 9/11/2019 3:48:00 PM

Edward, congratulations on your win … thank you so much for participating in my contest. Hugs Eve

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/11/2019 4:54:00 PM

Thank you so much for my placement, Eve:-) I'm so honored.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/9/2019 12:51:00 PM

- A wonderful description of this picture, Edward :) - Congratulations on your win :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/9/2019 11:15:00 PM

Thank you, Anne-Lise:-)

Caycay Jennings

Date: 9/8/2019 2:48:00 AM

A place of potential given up on - large stores laying empty/closed while new ones are being built and the homeless need homes. The trash I see everywhere that breaks my heart is like emphasis points to your emotive imagery. Keep speaking, keep writing - we cannot waste valuable space, or any other resources. All the best ... CayCay

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/8/2019 6:43:00 AM

Thank you for your lovely visit, comments, and words of encouragement, CayCay!:-) Have a blessed Sunday!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 9/7/2019 8:34:00 PM

This is excellent Edward! You have set the bar pretty high. I think I better rework mine. xxoo

Edward Ibeh
Date: 9/8/2019 1:04:00 AM

Thank you, Connie!:-)