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The Unique Antique Shoppe

The curiosity shoppe
Was the place to stop,
For something unique 
... A rare antique

With floors that creak
A treasure in itself,
Amongst the keepsakes 
Lining each and every shelf

Under layers of dust
Upon layers of rust,
Hoping to snare
... A buyer's stare

Leather-bound books stand
With their titles erect,
Rifled through by many a hand
Now showing signs of neglect 

A belted steamer trunk
From a ship that sunk,
A top hat for the gentlemen 
An inkwell, a fountain pen

Here and there, a lamp
Was always dimly lit,
By an old rocking chair
Where someone used to sit

A delicate China doll
With a painted smile,
Next to dainty teacups
Stacked in a pile

Open for business 
With an eclectic mix,
The Unique Antique Shoppe 
... Closes at six.

Copyright © Kelly Deschler

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