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Give and Take

Submitted by Michael Anthony on Sat, 2024-03-16 15:53

I was no different than anyone else. Not really unique;
in that I was made, in part, from pieces of others I’ve known,

friends and family mostly. Those still here,
and welcome spirits who seem content to stay.

Also, there were a few women I loved at one time or another.
Although, some of them took a few pieces with them.

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Free verse
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Editing - polished draft
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Not Explicit Content

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Lavender

Sat, 2024-03-16 17:19

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Hello, Michael,
Yes, this is what makes us who we are today - bits and pieces of others we've connected with at some point in our lives. Very reflective piece
Thank you,
L

Michael Anthony

Sat, 2024-03-16 18:56

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OMG L! I had originally titled this "Bits and Pieces." I think there is a wavelength we are sharing. Thanks for your comments,as always, much appreciated!

Best

Michael Anthony

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William Lynn

Sun, 2024-03-17 10:02

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Hi Michael.

Short and sweet and to the point. I especially enjoyed the last line, as some of them damn sure took a few pieces with them.

Thanks for sharing. - Will

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