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“Where Are the Lions and Tigers?”

The ravens ride in chariots Atop a whirling, prescient breeze. Rabbits, mice, their compatriots Fear vicious maelstrom but they freeze. Bloodthirsty wolves with teeth of steel Slash heartlessly amid the storm. Headless corpses no longer feel The pain as devil creatures swarm. Snow falls on fertile pasture … Continue reading

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“The Wife and Mother”

Today Is the day. I choose my dress with care. Designer linen shirt. Pencil-thin skirt. Stiletto heels. Hair. My hand shakes As I let loose my curls And arrange them To frame my face. I am shamed When I look … Continue reading

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