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Paper People

I see a legion Of paper people Marching across the tabletop Hysterically yelling About their war On parchment rights Etched on their fibered faces Were faithful ideas Expressed in characters And behind the paper army Stood its commander Who held nothing but a pen -

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Crystol Woods

Date: 12/13/2024 12:28:00 PM

Wow... you have so many great insights to share! I love the way your mind works! Xo

I.A. Ryd
Date: 12/13/2024 3:13:00 PM

The idea of "Paper People" was given to me by a close friend (hello, Migs) so I would have to offer him some credit too haha. Thanks!

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 12/6/2024 10:47:00 AM

I think this can be taken either in a good way or bad way. I was reminded of early American rebels with the declaration of Independence as the paper that inspired them on to victory. But probably a more sinister or shallower meaning could be taken from your poem

I.A. Ryd
Date: 12/6/2024 3:30:00 PM

Glad that my piece stirred something in you, Andrea. :) Cheers

Benjamin Bartley

Date: 12/5/2024 2:49:00 PM

Nice. So comic book like. You've animated my mind. Thanks for sharing!

I.A. Ryd
Date: 12/6/2024 5:33:00 AM

Much appreciated on your kind words!