don’t cry harshly,
but a soft tear or two. discover,
wiping salt on the back of your hand
and swallowing, how
your mind undulates
as moments coalesce. listen:
another cries with you
(in silence).
6.09
s.d.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
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L really like this poem!
ReplyDeleteHey, just wanted to say that I love this poem of yours. Amazing and it really hit home with me. I hope you keep writing.
ReplyDeleteThank you Sarah. I'm actually taking a poetry class that starts this week; I'm hoping that will spur me on.
ReplyDeleteI'll look forward to more poems from you then! :)
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