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WHITE LACE AND PROMISES

WHITE LACE AND PROMISES*
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leaden skies speak of rain
raw winds whistle through branches ~
plum trees wear white bridal lace
promises

*Note: “White lace and promises” are words from a Carpenter’s song, “We’ve Only Just Begun.”

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Bill Baker August 2, 2025 at 10:41 PM I remember that song. I liked it at the time. Thanks for sharing your poetic thoughts on it, Sara. Write On! Bill sara Etgen-Baker August 3, 2025 at 5:59 PM thank you.....I remember that song too...it was us,