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Pearls

Self-sacrifice is the oyster’s lot; this ocean martyr spends its life, dedicated to its art. Its sculptures of abalone and pearl; grace softly, human skin, with a luster bright.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2018




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Date: 9/2/2018 3:29:00 PM
My niece's name is Pearl (she's two) so I had to read this, just beautiful 'grace softly' and 'luster bright', enjoyed this!
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 9/2/2018 10:36:00 PM
Glad that you enjoyed it Michelle and thanks so much.
Date: 9/1/2018 10:52:00 PM
Lovely, ML.
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M. L. Kiser
Date: 9/2/2018 10:36:00 PM
Thank you.

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