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WHEN WORDS FLOW

WHEN WORDS FLOW Words flow like soft music in the air A minor key that resolves into major One cannot see the haunting melody Nor even the meanings of my words That emerge, blinking in the daylight From a dark inner place, forged in fire Escaping after a deep long-held breath One suspended chord, then it is done

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Christuraj Alex

Date: 2/9/2024 7:27:00 PM

"One cannot see the haunting melody" - It's a soul-to-soul experience. Beautifully written. Congratulations!

Speaks Volumes

Date: 2/9/2024 4:10:00 PM

This poem ignited imagery that built from a flowing lyric to a pulsing tune that culminated in a brief crescendo, "and then it was done" leaving the reader spellbound in the silence of the moment, and breathless. Enjoyed this so very much. Congrats on your placement in Dilly's contest. Glad she led me to it.