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David MacGregor's avatar

Flashlight under the bed

Helga and gunplay

Heat up that coffee some

And blow out

That mirror

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Jonathan Potter's avatar

Thanks, David

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Richard Blaisdell's avatar

Double barrel, over and under, no shell mentioned . I assume she could hear the oceans roar. Ghosts have a way of returning.

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Jonathan Potter's avatar

Thank you, Richard

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Stanley Wotring's avatar

Very interesting poem! Leaves you curious for the continuing story! Love the line, “living out the grace

Left behind in the wake of sadness.”.

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Jonathan Potter's avatar

Thanks, Stan

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onecloud's avatar

yes - . . . “living out the grace

Left behind in the wake of sadness.”.

"me too"

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onecloud's avatar

wow! the suspense! the fear! ! the anticipation! this is beautiful. parts --- bringing me to tears. :)

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