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SOFT BRUISE

August light folds itself thin, a pale scarf left on the sill~
I watch it drift, unsure whether it’s leaving or lingering for me.
In its hush, I learn how even brightness carries a soft bruise of longing.
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Hind Avatar
August 11, 2026 at 9:58 PM
wow, beautiful second line
George Avatar
August 9, 2026 at 2:44 AM
'Brightness carrying a soft bruise of longing'...great metaphor. Gem of a little poem.🕊️
Dietrich Avatar
August 9, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Wonderful 🌸
Kauffman Avatar
August 8, 2026 at 6:29 PM
Wonderful metaphor of longing as a bruise. I really like the strong images and visual picture you have written in quiet hues. If this is for a contest, best wishes. If not, thank you for sharing this serenity and meditation. Blessings and hugs!
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