Rough Around The Edge Poems | Examples


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Life Is a Diamond

Life -
multi
faceted
like diamonds.
Rough around the edge
potential unclear.  In 
the hands of a craftsman cut
and ground to reveal character 
clarity and color.  Glittering 
facets balanced to reflect its brilliance.

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