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The Line

The first line my father drew And all my freedom threw No going out after eight Or there’ll be a lock on the gate My teacher drew the second line Bunking college is not fine Algebra and geometry are a must Do not let your books go to dust The third line was drawn by my hubby Who thought I was very chubby A diet I must go on And sip lemon juice on the lawn Line number four was drawn by me I felt no right to be free Free to pursue my dream Of making chocolate and cream And then it dawned on me That my life cannot be Drawn around these lines And am free to taste life’s wines

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010




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Date: 9/21/2010 9:13:00 PM
Tahera I was rushed this morning and came back to read this more slowly. Where you talk bout making chocolate and cream, were you able to pursue this dream? What do you mean, like candy making?? I really do like this. LUv, Andrea
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Date: 9/20/2010 11:57:00 PM
What a great approach to this contest. Good entry! Luv, Andrea
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Date: 9/20/2010 3:23:00 PM
The opening verses were quite witty, Tahera, but I think you made a poignant message in the end. I for one will not be boxed in by a series of lines, no matter who draws them. Very nice!! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 9/20/2010 1:16:00 PM
Very creative and simple of the drawing of lines - quite realistic, Tahera
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Date: 9/20/2010 9:28:00 AM
What an excellent piece Tahera.. such a great entry for Paula's contest.. I am still working on mine... good luck sweet friend and enjoyed your perfect piece .... have a happy day luv..
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