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    Canyons of Light  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Contest Entry · #1650893
    2010 QUILL AWARD - BEST POEM STRUCTURED
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    Dare To Be  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1614487
    A poem for my daughter... a prayer for all young women.
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    Orion's Keep  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Drama · #1744877
    A tale of gold, greed, and a discovery made too late. (Form: Quatrains)
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    The Weather King  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Animal · #1747862
    Groundhog Day - a tribute to Punxsutawney Phil
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    Colors of Fall  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1716334
    The colors of fall inspire a sense of belonging. (Form: Free Verse)
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    Sweet Sorrow  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1709956
    “Goodbye.” A very simple word ...
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    Silent Wisdom  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #1707436
    Statues and plaques or a warmth in someone's heart. How will you be remembered?
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    Admonitions  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1688733
    The warnings are clear. Why can't we learn to listen?
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    Everyday Heros  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Experience · #1656967
    You can find these heroes.They’re strangers on the street, neighbors, and wives.
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    Sacrifices Of The Heart  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Drama · #1766196
    An ancient curse holds power that time alone can not abate.
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    Vision Quest  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Spiritual · #1650091
    Walk softly so that you will hear the sounds and find an awakening. (Form: Archimedes Pi)
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    Shed No Tears  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #1777972
    My mask is built in layers of what I want to be. (Form: Monorhyme)
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    Bindings  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Family · #1641764
    Celebrating the special bond between mother and child.
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    Lingering Dreams  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1776020
    "Somewhere just beyond my reach there's someone reaching back for me."
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    A Trilling Adventure  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Comedy · #1767579
    Fond memories of my favorite episode of “Star Trek.” (Humor)
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    End of Days  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #1766211
    The reassurance of "together" prompted by a sunset
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    Caring Is Not Enough  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #1641734
    For too long, words have been mistaken for compassion.
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    The Bequest  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1769332
    Actions speak louder than words - An Earth Day celebration
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    The Perfect Love  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Comedy · #1640035
    Can a man find perfect love? Yes! (Humor)
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    Vox Dei  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Inspirational · #1774312
    Pray as though everything depends on God. Work as though everything depends on you.
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    The Bequest (Enhanced)  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1769494
    A legacy of life. An Earth Day entry for "Coloring The World".
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    Equilibrium  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Psychology · #1625056
    There cannot be light without dark...
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    Messages  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #1947025
    How do you deal with a loss?
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    The Claddagh  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #1756756
    A symbol of Ireland, the spirit of a nation.
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    Pieces of Me  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #1621071
    Wisps of memory - taunting in the light. I cannot take the visions, I only wish for night.
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    Surviving A Drama Queen  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Comedy · #1947313
    “Oh Daddy, it’s just terrible. My life is now unbearable!” What could I do?
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    The Dark Dance  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1766117
    The yawning chasm of the night inhales the ebon sea.
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    Realization  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Romance/Love · #1619136
    Remembered feelings shattered on reality's shore.
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    Remiss  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Military · #1947427
    Sometimes you find familiar words with unexpected meanings. An Honoring our Vets Entry
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    Feathers  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Romance/Love · #1605834
    A different kind of love poem ... (Form: Free Verse)
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    Promised Land  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Biographical · #1947898
    Retirement! The Promised Land with time to pursue all my dreams. A Senior Center Entry
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    The Dream Door  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1743582
    A poetic yarn ... about the magic of yarn. (Form: Quatrains)
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    The Final Farewell  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #1602890
    The cold wind of wanderlust guides me down unchartered paths. (Form: Free Verse)
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    The Thanksgiving Blessing  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1825785
    A family learns about the true meaning of Thanksgiving from their son. (Form: End Rhyme)
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    The Wood Carver  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #1828775
    He worked a lifetime for forgiveness. (Form: Narrative in tetrameter)
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    Eye of the Goddess  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #1775467
    "Seek and ye shall find" but at what cost?
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    King of the Hill  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Comedy · #1602141
    It's a long climb to the top... then what?
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    Sunset Dreams  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1597600
    With the setting sun, the dreams of flowers come to life.
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    Unencumbered  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Emotional · #1706432
    It’s late afternoon as I walk on the beach ...
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    Anniversary  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Romance/Love · #1591015
    Waiting - but only in memory. (Form: Free Verse)
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    Thoughts on Aging  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Experience · #2004984
    Why should I age with grace and poise? A Senior Forum Entry (Form: Couplets)
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    Silent Witness  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Military · #1590694
    Honoring our fallen comrades coming home. (Form: Free Verse)
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    More Than A Soldier  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #2004855
    A homecoming poem. (Form: Couplets)
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    Foundation  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Personal · #1601752
    Finding myself amid forgotten memories (Form: Free Verse)
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    Nights in Warm Flannel  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Satire · #1589448
    A parody of "Nights in White Satin" by the Moody Blues
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    Defiance  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1585947
    A fallen oak provides a lesson in not giving up.
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    Candy-Coated Eve  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1583348
    I am trapped by the daughter of deception. (Form: My Own!)
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    Espial  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Romance/Love · #1589153
    Es•pi•al ~ A taking notice of something; a discovery. (Form: Rhyme)
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    Hush  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1579685
    I listen in the darkness and hear only echoes of silence. (Form: Free Verse)
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    Apocrypha  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1575418
    We've turned our backs on the secrets of universe... but they await our return.
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    Cherish  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1575238
    A unique discovery in the woods leads to a discovery of the heart.
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    ...and Fred.  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1572695
    A day in the life of a five year old girl... (a view from a long, long way away LOL)
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    Harmony  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1572655
    Invisibly, the rhythms of nature guide our day. (Form: Rhyme using Anaphora)
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    Apology  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #1569630
    Small fight, big consequences...
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    Deceit  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1563305
    Promises made but never kept... (Form: Free Verse)
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    Climax  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Career · #1551123
    What awaits at the top of the ladder of success?
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    Absolute Zero  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1562965
    When all warmth leaves the world, all that remains... (Form: Free Verse)
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    Afterglow  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1558268
    The light of love... (Form: Free Verse) A Bite Size Poetry Entry
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    Nymph Rhapsody  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Other · #1552434
    Deep within the forest, the music of nature is slowly fading.
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    Asseveration  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Spiritual · #1541147
    Discovering the akashic records - looking into the mind of God.
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    Divergence  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Personal · #1537556
    Sometimes a heart isnt broken, it's just worn down over time.
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    Barriers  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #1531944
    barrier - anything that restrains or obstructs progress
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    Driftwood  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #1530675
    A journey of self discovery... a journey of hope. (Free Verse)
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    The Unexpected Visit  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Friendship · #1528478
    A walk in the woods, and a returning happy childhood memory.
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    Espial  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Romance/Love · #1526673
    What lays beyond passion? ...a moonlight revelation.
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    Cadence  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Biographical · #1525111
    An elegy to Buddy Holly (Form: Kyrielle)
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    Tempest  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Comedy · #1517315
    A thunderstorm approaches... and there's no avoiding the consequences.
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    A Sense of Belonging  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1522816
    A homecoming... (Free Verse)
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    An Angel's Prayer  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1518735
    I dreamt of an angel praying... for us all.
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    Broken Promises  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1514840
    We rely on nature... what happens when she finally says "no"?
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    Mosaic  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1513119
    Traditional Poetry entry - a morning view of the sky
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    Winter Bloom  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Dark · #1508500
    What survives the coldness of anothers heart?
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    Memorial  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1941622
    Thoughts on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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    Stop and Smell the Roses  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1515855
    An important lesson from a child...
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    Jacqueline In A Box  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #1508385
    Beauty can open doors... or keep one locked in.
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    Not Today  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1903518
    Winner: Honoring our Veterans Contest (Nov 2012)
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    68 Minutes  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #1506047
    Not all abuse is at the hands of adults...
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    Tattered Sidewalk Flowers  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #1505440
    They hide in plain sight along our streets... (Social Commentary)
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    Reflections  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #1778849
    I’m drawn to reflect on changes I see asking “What’s life all about?
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    Don't Bug the Budgies!  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Comedy · #1502300
    A night in a pet store... beware the parakeets :) A tongue-in-cheek "The Birds" poem.
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    Grey Hair Syndrome  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Experience · #2030875
    My only ailment: my hair’s grey ... A Senior Forum Entry
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    Legacy  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Military · #2030251
    A folded flag, encased in glass, stands in relief ... An Honoring our Vets Entry
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    Harmony  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #2026942
    A oneness with nature ...
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    Triskaidekaphobia  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Comedy · #2024820
    [tris-kahy-dek-uh-foh-bee-uh] In defense of the number “13”
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    It Doesn't Seem Like Christmas  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #2023340
    A bittersweet memory of Christmases past.
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    Comrades  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Death · #2014414
    “Someday,” he said, “you’ll understand ..." (Form: End Rhyme)
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    Once a Soldier ...  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #2009694
    His shoulders stoop a little now, he doesn't stand as straight. (Form: End Rhyme)
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    Symbols  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #2001392
    Symbols of sacrifice. An Honoring our Veterans Entry
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    Skipping Stones  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Personal · #1999407
    My memories skip across time ... {Form: End Rhyme) A Senior Forum Entry
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    Normandy  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · War · #1995196
    June 6, 1944 - The victory begins
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    "We Can"  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1990849
    Remembering our Veterans - Memorial Day 2014
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    The Moirai's Message  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Mythology · #1987192
    The Fates, known as the Moirai, are portrayed as spinners, each with a different task.
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    Day Is Done  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1985435
    The mournful tune fades with the light. An Honoring Our Veteran's Entry.
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    Rites of Spring  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1982191
    I love spring - why doesn't she love me?
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    Perspective  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Military · #1982074
    To those who serve, I swear this oath: I will be your voice. (Honoring Our Veterans Entry)
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    Homeward Bound  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Philosophy · #1981869
    He sat with dreams of going home ... (A Senior Forum Entry)
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    The Ferryman's Curse  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Mythology · #1981665
    The origins of Charon - the ferryman of death
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    Angels  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Philosophy · #1976443
    Angels can be found in every shape and size.
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    Honor  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1974128
    Honor isn’t just a plaque or marble monument ... An Honoring our Veterans Entry
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    When Dragons Will Return  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #1972818
    A legend to this day persists that dragons will return.
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    A Soldier's Christmas  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1967008
    Another holiday spent explaining why Dad is away. An Honoring Our Veteran's Winner
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    The Magic of Christmas  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1966287
    Memories decorate my Christmas tree. A Senior Center Forum Entry
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    "I've Got Your 6"  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1961451
    An Honoring Our Veterans Entry
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    Sidewalk Soldiers  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1954655
    Honoring our forgotten heroes. GRAND PRIZE WINNER - HONORING OUR VETERANS
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    Heart Of Darkness  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #1953637
    Cast from the heavens by the hand of He, whose word is a command.
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    Honor Bound  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #1950044
    Here lies the strength of our great land ...
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    Allegiance  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #1838320
    Thoughts on an American symbol. (Form: Quatrains)
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    Seeds of Change  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #1832772
    Its outward form was innocence, temptation was its name. (Form: End Rhyme)
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    Paphian Mornings  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Romance/Love · #1831667
    I watch the dawn caress your face as I lay by your side. (Form: End Rhyme)
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    Coming Home  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Animal · #1831309
    Dear Lord, he said, I don’t ask much but I’d be grateful for a friend.
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    Heavenly Bells  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Spiritual · #1830414
    Each year I hear the ringing bells, each source a different story tells. (Form: End Rhyme)
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    Collateral Damage  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Emotional · #1829670
    The sadness of a child’s teddy bear found among the rubble. (Form: End Rhyme)
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    A Thanksgiving Prayer  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Inspirational · #1826948
    At Thanksgiving, just before December,we pause and take time to remember. (Form:End Rhyme)
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    Revelation  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1813972
    “The magic of first love is our ignorance that it can ever end” ~ Benjamin Disraeli
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    Nature's Lessons  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1789493
    Nature's lessons are all around us - we only need to open our hearts.
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    Ode to Spring  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #1779843
    I so love nature… Why doesn’t she love me? (Humor Form: Quatrains)
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    Legacy  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #1547218
    In rememberance of the Columbine tragedy. (Form: Free Verse)
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    My Father's Hands  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1528961
    Remembered strength and comfort from my father....
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    The Dragon's Child  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Fantasy · #1979396
    The bonds of love are boundless.
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    The Promise  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Fantasy · #2111897
    Daganth the Warrior soared the skies ... A DreamTime Dragon Entry
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    Addiction  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Writing · #2111488
    When writing becomes more than a pastime. (Form: Free Verse) A Shadows and Light Entry
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    Rituals  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Biographical · #2108590
    We are creatures of habit ... (Form: Free Verse) A Shadows and Light Entry
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    In The Beginning   Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Sci-fi · #2107259
    First thoughts upon arrival on Mars.
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    Skratch  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Dark · #2106893
    As shadows fall across the yard ... A Dark Dreamscapes Entry
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    How Can I Miss You?  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #2106675
    There's someone waiting ... isn't there?
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    The Visitor  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #2106383
    The North Wind visited today ...
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    The Wyvern's Song  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #2087721
    In snow-capped peaks, the Wyvern seeks its solitary fate. "The Lair" Entry
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    My Mother's Hands  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #2085456
    Each line and mark upon her skin ... A "Try Something New" Entry
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    Tiny Dancers  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Children's · #2085127
    A tale of childhood wonderment ...
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    Death of an Optimist  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Comedy · #1746224
    The snow proves that there are other flakes in Washington, D.C. besides politicians.
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    Blink  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1508375
    A truth (not THE truth) about breaking up...
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    Eminence Grise  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 18+ · Dark · #1560018
    The damages of war extend beyond the battlefield - An Open Expressions Poetry Entry
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    Reverie  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #1791754
    Crossing the line between reality and fantasy - An Open Expressions Entry
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    Decisions  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #1781480
    To go or to stay. (Form: Frost Inspired Quatrains)
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    Into the Mists of Night  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #1998713
    The whispered words of depression ... (Form: Free Verse) A Mysteries of the Mind Entry
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    Cloud Stories  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Children's · #1987502
    I love to sit and watch the clouds. An Open Expressions Entry
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    Union  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · History · #1975998
    Too often history is viewed as a series of dates and events but not to those who lived it.
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    Upon A Pale Horse  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Romance/Love · #1975809
    Upon a pale horse, a broken heart. (A Stormy's Poetry Winner)
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    I Want To Be A Unicorn  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Children's · #2187702
    An Easter Bunny-in-training questions status quo. Pink Fluffy Unicorn Grand Prize Winner
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    Magic Marbles  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Family · #1953417
    An old game opens new ideas
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    The Supremes  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Political · #2280661
    SCOTUS is singing a new tune. (Form: Quatrains) 2022 QUILL WINNER!
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    Crisis... of Faith  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Military · #2280188
    Veteran’s Hotline, September 5, 2022 A Daily Poem Winner
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    Lost Time  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Philosophy · #2279834
    Where does the time go? A Daily Poem Entry
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    Red, White, and Blue  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #2278572
    The colors of the flag reflect the nation's heart. An Honoring Our Veterans Entry
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    Carry On!  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #2252902
    Born of voices from the past. 🏆 First Place - Monthly Poetry Contest (Form: End Rhyme)
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    Still, I wait...  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #2252780
    Seeking forgiveness for an empty heart. A Shadows and Light Entry (Form: Free Verse)
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    Traitors In Our Midst  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Military · #2252515
    We swore an oath... 🏆 First Place: Honoring Our Veterans June 2021
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    Nineteen Candles  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Comedy · #2199609
    Celebrating WDC's 19th Year. A musical birthday card. 😁
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    Wind Stories  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #2193948
    The secret tales of whispering winds... A Pop-Poetry Entry
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    Why are you S.A.D.*?  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Philosophy · #2190917
    *Seasonal Affective Disorder – A story of life. A Senior Center Winner
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    Along The Way...  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Biographical · #2190151
    All of these things I thought were abandoned. An Open Expressions Entry
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    The Wood Nymph  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Mythology · #2189938
    'Neath the earth's white frozen skin she waits her mother's call. Traditionl Poetry Winner
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    The Art of Presumption  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Political · #2189387
    “We hold these truths to be self-evident” or so we presume… A Rebel Poetry Entry
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    Broken Promises  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Fantasy · #2187324
    A time of war was drawing near... A DreamTime Dragon's Entry
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    Don't Wait - Update!  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Experience · #2186061
    My dreams about the future fade. A Senior Center Poetry Entry about getting "more mature."
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    Enjoy the Ride!  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #2182635
    The Ferris Wheel. We love the feel... A Pop-Poetry Entry
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    Cloudburst  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #2180894
    The revelations of rain... (Form: Free Verse) A Shadows and Light Entry
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    Eye of the Storm  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Philosophy · #2179722
    Capturing a pause in time on life's midway.. (Form: Free Verse) A Shadows and Light Entry
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    Carnival  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Community · #2166078
    Where does the magic of the carnival reside? A Shadows and Light Poetry Entry
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    Memories of Home  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #2163013
    May God bless and guide their way. A Christmas in July Poetry Entry
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    America - 2018 / 148 words  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #2162925
    America - 242 years old and still going! 2nd Place - Monthly Poetry Contest
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    A Poem I Didn’t Write  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 18+ · Psychology · #2162564
    Love is so confusing – is it giving or just using? A Rebel Poetry Entry
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    An Artist’s Touch  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #2160856
    With her soft touch, she paints the hills ... A Verdant Poetry Entry
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    Dried Flowers  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #2160746
    I’ve worn the masks for you. A Rebel Poetry Entry
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    Hearts in Blue  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Cultural · #2159919
    Just below the surface, New Orleans is wrapped in chains ... A Story Poem Entry
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    Dragons in the Garden  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #2158530
    Through the eyes of a child: Magic still exists. A Story-Poem Entry
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    Unrequited  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Romance/Love · #2157943
    Even ashes of lovers find no rest ... An Endings are the New Beginnings Winning Entry
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    The Defoliation of America  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Political · #2157833
    The tree of liberty is dying ... A Traditional Poetry Entry
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    Look at Me!  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Comedy · #2156421
    Adolescence revisited ... (A PersonITfication Entry)
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    The Final Voyage  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Death · #2155208
    It’s to a distant place I go, unwillingly. I have no choice. A Dark Dreamscapes Entry
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    Fashion Statement  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Cultural · #2153351
    Some say I’m fashion, even chic... A PersonITfication Winner
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    Balancing Act  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Occult · #2151189
    Astrology and sun signs ... the harmony of Libra
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    Ghost Dog  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Animal · #2151100
    His loving spirit still haunts me. A Pet News Contest Entry
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    The White Raven  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #2149381
    He is the harbinger of tattered dreams... A Dark Dreamscapes Entry
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    Poets and Paupers  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Inspirational · #2145062
    An homage to the mystic monarchs of words. (Form: Free Verse) Stormy's Poetry Winner!
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    A Conversation with Ollie  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Animal · #2141124
    My old dog and I had a heart-to-heart... A Pet News Contest Entry
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    Morning Aubade  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #2133964
    The gentle touch of morning light flows like an echo ... **A Stormy's Poetry Winner**
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    🕀 Of Darkness Born...  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Dark · #2131914
    In memory of Heather Heyer, Charlottesville, VA (An Open Expressions Poetry Entry)
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    Time and Tide  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Ghost · #2131196
    Above it all, the lighthouse stands illuminating within bands of light this silent history
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    Sacrifices  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Military · #2126202
    Honoring those who served.
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    To Begin Again ...  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Steampunk · #2122756
    A steampunk tale of time travel. 3d Place, Story-Poem Contest
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    Manchester  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #2122641
    A mother's grief ... (Form: Free Verse) A Writer's Cramp Winner
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    Irises  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #2121412
    A Mother's Day remembrance ... An Elizabeth's Poetry & Short Story Contest Entry
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    Carry on Wayward Son  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Political · #2121306
    I am troubled by what I see – A Write from the Heart Music Inspired Entry
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    Wake Up!  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Environment · #2119458
    The Earth needs us. It's not too late. (Form: Quatrains) An Earth Day Challenge Entry
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    Lust ... for Life  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Experience · #2119117
    One of the 7 Deadly Sins; will it never end? I hope not. A Write from the Heart Entry
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    The Puffy Ink'd Unicorn  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Fantasy · #2117123
    “Please, use your words to set me free!” A Pink Fluffy Unicorn Contest Entry
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    Reminiscences  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Comedy · #2116401
    Dinosaur glory days ... A PersonITfication Entry
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    Metamorphosis  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Biographical · #2116248
    A writer's journey (Form: Free Verse) A Shadows and Light Poetry Entry
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    Journey  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #2114892
    "A journey of a thousand miles ..." (Form: Free Verse) A Shadows and Light Poetry Entry
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    Saving Grace  Open in new Window.
    Rated: ASR · Fantasy · #2114782
    A tale of Atlantis and Dragons ~ A Story Poem Entry
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    I Love You ... to Death  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Dark · #2112195
    Deep in the South, ‘round New Orleans ... (Form: Quatrains) A Dark Dreamscapes Entry
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    I Agree ... Alternatively  Open in new Window.
    Rated: 13+ · Political · #2112157
    Responses to a recent political survey ... (Form: Quatrains) A Write From Your Heart Entry
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    It Must Be Summer ...  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Nature · #2086335
    An homage to the season of summer! A "Try Something New" Winner
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    A Final Gift  Open in new Window.
    Rated: E · Emotional · #2010553
    As before, pacing the shore but now the only footprints are mine. A Shadows & Light Entry
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