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For contest 'Choose A Line' sponsored by Joseph May

Refurbished Tears

"The darkened sky stole my tears"
Leaving me empty of ebony despair 
Fears fall like amber autumn leaves
Bravery is braided in my somber soul

Whispers of denim denial from 
Cursed child serve as warning
Lunge forward or sink in the earth
Food only for beasts and worms 

Or be a light despite fright
Turn into the brightest energy 
Conjuring courage and yellow hope
Planted by seeds of misfortune 

Tears stolen by sky so dark
Inspiring melodic song of lark
Moon and sun shine in heart
Poem in eyes as spiritual art
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Goldsmith Avatar
May 30, 2025 at 9:28 AM
Congratulations on your win. I enjoyed reading your powerful "Refurbished Tears" write. Great Ending.... Music is a wonderful thing. Have a blessed day/weekend with your win.......
Jones Avatar
May 30, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Thanks sweet Paula!
May Avatar
May 30, 2025 at 8:47 AM
Very nicely penned Karen, Congrats on your win in my Contest
Jones Avatar
May 30, 2025 at 10:23 AM
Thanks for a challenging contest prompt that was also inspiring Joseph and I’m also honored my poem placed!
Poet Avatar
May 29, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Karen, your poetry is so beautiful that it moves me so deeply. Indeed, Music has a remarkable ability to evoke many emotions. Congratulations on your win
Jones Avatar
May 30, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Wow what a compliment coming from such a great talent as yourself Sotto! Thank you kindly. I’m not on here as much and wasn’t aware of my placement!
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