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Toil, scribble, and all for naught, as from mind to paper is willfully sought.

The holy of holy’s was just hear, swimming in my head so vivid, and clear.  

Forever lost in this translation, I humbly submit to you, my best interpretation. 



by Edwin Baldwin    12-20-11
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Dietrich Avatar
February 18, 2012 at 10:19 PM
also I just noticed this won a contest? don't know which one. But a belated congrats to you!
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February 18, 2012 at 10:18 PM
this is really nice, Edwin. I think there are a few spelling mistakes in it. But what you are saying is really cool "here"!
Maverick Avatar
December 22, 2011 at 1:59 PM
You know i really like the simple, strong, honest way of this write.. i am pleased to offer my congratulations Edwin on the placement taken here..!
Susan Avatar
December 21, 2011 at 6:24 PM
i like the way you said this - especially your last line. congrats on your win!
Brown Avatar
December 21, 2011 at 4:11 AM
Congratulations on your well deserved win in ^Rick Parise's "Poetry On Poetry" contest Edwin. Love, Carol
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December 21, 2011 at 3:54 AM
Very nice Edwin.Congratulations on your win.
Williams Avatar
December 21, 2011 at 1:53 AM
Edwin congrats on your win..David
Quigley Avatar
December 20, 2011 at 9:48 PM
Congratulations on your win Edwin
Dietrich Avatar
December 20, 2011 at 9:47 PM
Very nice thoughts, Edwin. Congrats on your win.
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