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Raggedy Ann-Ld

A brand new doll, with braids and freckled face, was tossed aside, left caged, with plastic bars. She eyed the blue-eyed spat with no embrace. Though box was dinged, she’d not receive sad scars. Ann’s clean though tossed in attic space; it’s dark. It’s not how she’d imagined play; she’s bored. Alone and lost without a friend - trademark and popularity, boxed in cardboard. One day the sun blazes, a blinding hue. Stirred doll doesn’t know how long she’s been around. Ann’s brought downstairs, unwrapped..she’s awed…she’s new. A hug of excitement, for she’s been found. Her girl gives her a rocker and a bed. The kindest soul with freckles, hair deep-red.

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Date: 7/16/2023 9:24:00 PM
Lovely story. Hope the doll won't have any more boring days in the dark and lonely attic. Beautiful poem dear Kim.Congratulations on your win.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/17/2023 3:22:00 AM
Thank you, sweet friend!
Date: 7/16/2023 11:06:00 AM
Wonderful write, story. Love this. Such a joy to read and brings a smile of delight. Congrats and God bless you my friend, Love, Gina
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/16/2023 7:15:00 PM
Thank you so much! Love ya, my friend!
Date: 7/7/2023 8:46:00 AM
This is empathetic, innocent, and real; I love this ending Kim.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/7/2023 4:02:00 PM
Thank you, Caren! :)
Date: 7/6/2023 8:31:00 AM
Aw, sweet! ... Next up: 'Raggedy Andy.' ~ EOC (Equal Opportunity Commission)
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/7/2023 4:02:00 PM
Perhaps Raggedy An’ as the times show…lol
Date: 7/5/2023 10:58:00 PM
Such a sweet and touching poem Kim! Its just lovely…Debx
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/6/2023 8:24:00 AM
Thank you, sweet Deb!
Date: 7/5/2023 3:39:00 PM
aww what a charming story Kim, got to say she would remain in MY attic forever i never was a fan of dolls lol:-) hugs Jan xx
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/5/2023 5:31:00 PM
Aww… I loved Barbies. I was so happy when my niece liked the Raggedy Ann I gave her though my sis kept wanting her to like her doll instead. So what was your favorite toy, dear Jan?
Date: 7/5/2023 2:06:00 PM
A wonderful write/story. Have a great day..............
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/5/2023 5:31:00 PM
Thank you, Paula! Have a blessed day!
Date: 7/5/2023 11:29:00 AM
Hi Kim; brilliant story! You get a FAV from me. Blessings.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/5/2023 5:37:00 PM
Thanks so much, Joe!
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/5/2023 5:31:00 PM
Thanks so much, Joe!
Date: 7/5/2023 9:24:00 AM
Girls love to play with dolls. I remember buying a famous one from Italy for Sandra when she was young. It was called Ciccobello. Today it must be lost. I prefer football or soccer. Hugs.
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Kim Rodrigues
Date: 7/5/2023 11:21:00 AM
What nice memories! Hugs ~ Kim

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