The Light of Youth

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The Reflection, Edward Emerson Simmons
When she looks in the mirror, she sees the girl
like a bright beacon of light from within
with rosy cheeks, and bouncing red curls
and a body that was willow switch thin.

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Cardinal Sin

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Image by Flora Borsi
He took her pure heart and untainted soul
 
he broke her spirit and dignity, left her (un)whole

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Come to the Garden

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My love, come to the garden to pray
Pass through the gate that’s always open
For God is here to guide your soul’s way.

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Opium

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Waiting for
late evening time
when we both
shine on as one
in this place
where you are mine
we love from sun to sun.
 

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