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Prompt for: June 5, 2014 Subject or Theme: Scarred Hearts Word(s) to Include: twist, compromise Forbidden Word(s): heart, love, us, you (or any derivatives of these words) Additional Parameters: Minimum 16 lines. Free verse or any specific form ~ if using a form please state the form and provide a link if it is a non-traditional form. Remember, do not use words ANYWHERE, including title. Redemption In a cold, darkened room, three jars sit silent. Contents compromised beyond redemption: scarred, malformed--nonresponsive to intervention. Replaced, no longer functioning as either pump or emotional container, naught but specimens earmarked for dissection. Where once life juices traveled coagulated blood hides in damaged chamber. Neophyte's scalpel cuts: flaying open cardiac organ, quiet and incapable of song; exposing nerves of both although now, only one vibrates. Lessons taught, slides viewed, wall clock beats on: time for another class. A gloved hand returns fisted muscle to jar. The student twists the lid closed and walks away. Fyn ** Image ID #1910877 Unavailable ** |