Rooting For 8 To 5

My ancient spirit walks with me through time
Past our old hometown into barbed city existence --

And though sagas of ventures test every flight
This mystic lore from elders to conquer darkness 
Stirs a live potion flowing within  my bloodline.



Jan 4, 2017:  Rooting For 8 To 5
Contest by nette onclaud
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Dietrich Avatar
January 10, 2017 at 3:52 PM
what a way to do the Root challenge, Rhoma. A unique poem! Congrats on your win.
Lawless Avatar
January 9, 2017 at 4:52 PM
Congrats on the win Rhoma...the twinges of ancestry poking us....
Krampe Avatar
January 9, 2017 at 1:35 PM
Beautiful imagery, Rhoma. Congrats on your win.
Onclaud Avatar
January 9, 2017 at 1:05 PM
you got me there holding on to your heritage through time.. beautiful, rhoma... congrats on your fine standing and thanks for joining my contest.. huggs
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