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Yet To Come

He can't reach her. His fingers never brushed her skin in the rain and yet she ripples. Just one smile, two eyes and a soul that breathes solace like lillies into her existence. She feels herself unfolding like a butterfly against the memory of what hasn't happened.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 2/1/2010 11:23:00 PM
A powerful rendering of ...a potential future, that somewhere in the universe has happened, is happening now. Beautiful imagery, especially that last stanza. Congratulations on your win. This goes to my favorites.
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Date: 1/19/2010 2:21:00 AM
Wow! This is great! Congratulations are in order for your 2nd place win in John Heck’s “Love is in the Air” contest with this wonderful poem. It's easy to see why you did so well. Your poetic light is bright. Lovingly, Dane Ann.
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Date: 1/17/2010 6:39:00 AM
Congratulations on your win in John's contest Micaela. I can see he had a hard time picking the winners. Some fabulous poetry was entered. Love, Carol
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Date: 1/16/2010 5:24:00 PM
Awesome poem, A big congrats!! andrea
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Date: 1/16/2010 9:08:00 AM
Micaela, many congratulations in your second place in John's fine contest >> James
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Date: 1/16/2010 1:24:00 AM
Absolutely beautiful, Micela. Congratulations on your second place win in John's contest. So well deserved. Lainie
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Date: 10/27/2009 6:45:00 AM
Beautifully poised. Loved it. Wishing you all the best.
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Date: 9/16/2009 9:54:00 AM
Cool beans Mic! I love the 'r' alliteration in your first verse, Lovely imagery... and a compelling final strophe! Best wishes, Keith (PS How've ya been! message me...)
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Date: 9/16/2009 9:23:00 AM
ooooo how erotic. This one goes in my favorites. I love this feeling...so full and anticipatory.
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