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Ocean Vuong Junior Member
since 2008-03-29
Posts 37NYC |
Yesterday while I was burying lies behind the flowers I glimpsed a squirrel upon a fence. He asked me why I bury lies when the truth shall set me free. I informed him that they are only for safe keeping. One day I might uncover them and throw the heaps on souls who I select to be submerged. Like on birthdays and lover days when lies are always tucked under tablecloths. You see, at these moments this simple shovel has so much power. With just the slightest scuffle here and there, the earth can crack unveiling God’s darkest creatures. Don’t you agree Mr. Squirrel? But by then the clouds, much like the squirrel, turned around and skipped away, leaving me at peace with my yard work. -ocean |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Very, very well and beautifully written, my friend. j. |
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Robert E. Jordan Member Rara Avis
since 2008-01-25
Posts 8541Philadelphia, Pennsylvania |
Ocean, This is very good work. It would be great if it were always that simple. There are only a few things more inconsiderate than a lie. Bury them all at birth. Good luck with the yard work. Better you than me. Bobby |
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effjayel Senior Member
since 2007-09-30
Posts 1474At the Crossroads of Infinity |
Ocean, I enjoyed this thought provoking piece & a warm welcome to Passions..John |
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Seoulair Senior Member
since 2008-03-27
Posts 807Seoul S.Korea |
Wonderful piece indeed. |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
thought-provoking write much enjoyed |
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