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The Dying Slave

Slumped in his nakedness, His loose...left hand, Runs its shaky fingers through his hair. With his eyes closed, His subordinate dreams Are shackled across his chest, As he struggles with his toiled reality. ______________________ Inspired by the Dying Slave By Michelangelo

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 2/12/2010 1:01:00 PM
Very nicely portrayed!!
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Date: 2/12/2010 7:07:00 AM
Love your description...Marty
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Date: 2/11/2010 2:53:00 PM
I can feel the scent of death..the pain of slavery..a good one indeed Raul..I love Micelangelo too,He's Grand--Charma
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Date: 2/11/2010 12:24:00 PM
Powerful poem capturing the struggle and the agony of slavery. Wow! Your talent shines in this poem. Thank you for sharing it and for choosing my poem as one of your contest winners. Blessings to you. Karen
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Date: 2/11/2010 7:46:00 AM
Ahh....I can see it so clearly. You have made this come alive with flesh and emotion. Wonderfully descriptive, Raul! Love, Carrie. (ps..being on Calif time, I'm always late in seeing the contest results, but what a treat to wake this morning to see my poem won in your B.B.King contest. I thank you so much...and I thank you for your ongoing support, and the wonderful challenges!! Thanks again Raul!!
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Date: 2/11/2010 5:55:00 AM
Beautifully tragic. Thanks for sharing.
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Date: 2/11/2010 5:47:00 AM
Raul. Your words here are a beautiful expression. Knowing...empathizing...showing the struggles of toil and slavery. Michelangelo sent the message and you have put it well into words. Very nice. Lovingly, Dane Ann
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Date: 2/11/2010 5:24:00 AM
Magnificent words to compliment the painting.. thankxxx for your wonderful expressions in poetry always.. another masterpiece.. luv.. Linda-Marie..
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Date: 2/11/2010 4:29:00 AM
Great description.... Nice...:JP]
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