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The Demons

The demons that made entry in my head Were destined to create unwelcome pain Though courtesy, respect would be well bred From hospitality I shall abstain Temptation’s there to sink beneath the waves Submit to sorrow, sympathize my woes And follow others sadly to our graves Create sardonic vision for the crows But now to you invaders who afflicted This body, causing life force to be drained Take notice that I will not be addicted But take up arms, submission is not deigned I will confront these guests with hope not vain ‘ til they or I are ultimately slain 14 August 2019 8 Word Challenge Poetry Contest

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Date: 2/27/2020 8:23:00 AM
My neighbor got shingles, which prompted me to get the vaccine-- but this poem works on a far deeper level, as I'm sure its creator knows....
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Geoffrey Brewer
Date: 2/27/2020 10:40:00 AM
I confess to slight embarrassment at the drama. Many thanks for the understanding, Len.
Date: 8/15/2019 8:35:00 AM
I think you did this very well. Battle on brother. Good luck in the contest.
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Geoffrey Brewer
Date: 2/27/2020 10:39:00 AM
Thank you for the kind words, Richard.

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