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The Bruise Was Worth It

I kissed the fall. Ran barefoot through glass and silence. Told him I loved him— even when it undid me. It was raw. It was ruin. But it stayed, like a scar worth naming

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Date: 6/16/2025 5:36:00 AM
Some relationships are destined to crash and burn, yet the embers remain a good while. Nice one Trude
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Date: 6/16/2025 11:06:00 AM
Thank you so much, Tom. You always have a way of seeing right into the heart of my pieces. Yes — some flames hurt, but the warmth lingers long after. I’m really grateful for your words and your constant support. It means more than I can say.

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