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Up In Smoke

Smoke billows up 
as loss expunged to ashes
that crumble and crackle
in the flickering flames
that lick up all that is left.
The smoke streaks the sky
with streamers heralding
the loss of hope and dreams
in puffs and swirls
skyward.
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Ibeh Avatar
January 28, 2022 at 7:58 AM
A succinct yet powerful piece, John:-) Congratulations on your win in my contest.
Calasibetta Avatar
January 26, 2022 at 8:30 AM
Your title," Up in Smoke" is so fitting~ your imagery paints a picture of devastating loss. Well done. Congratulations on your placement in the contest. :) Paulette
Alex Avatar
January 25, 2022 at 7:59 PM
"the loss of hope and dreams in puffs and swirls skyward" - Beautiful. Congratulations!
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