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MOLASS: English Mid 16th century word (in an earlier sense). North-american molasses.

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The winding roads weave in and out Through the thick murkiness of my mind Molass density permeates this soupy blackout Opening the door for foggy convoluted whimsy A marginal lucidity that’s delicate and flimsy A menacing daze to which I am resigned On the threshold sitting so precarious I waver uncontrollably with wits amiss Of a mind gone off track and delirious Vile visions born of darkness whirl inside my head That they might escape is what most I dread Those shadowy creatures that umbra nights dismiss Read on air by invitation ~ June 22, 2020 'LATE NIGHT POETS' AP: Honorable Mention 2020 Submitted on January 4, 2019 for contest RHYME TIME 7- DEEP AND DARK sponsored by LU LOO - RANKED 1ST

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Date: 1/14/2019 4:41:00 PM
Dark and vivid imagery makes this piece so moving. Congratulations.
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Line Gauthier
Date: 1/15/2019 12:35:00 AM
Thanks for your lovely visit and comment, Janis.
Date: 1/14/2019 4:35:00 PM
Deep and dark is your beautifully-written poem, Line! Congratulations on your First Place win in the contest. Hugs, Sandra
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Line Gauthier
Date: 1/15/2019 12:36:00 AM
Thanks for your most appreciated visit and comment, Sandra.
Date: 1/4/2019 11:58:00 PM
A Fav for me. Went straight to my list, as I understand this mind so well. Good luck in the contest.
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Line Gauthier
Date: 1/15/2019 12:36:00 AM
Thank you so much, Caren. Most appreciated.

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