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February 28, 2010
By DelightfullyDAZED PLATINUM, Las Cruces, New Mexico
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DelightfullyDAZED PLATINUM, Las Cruces, New Mexico
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~Our arms start from the back because they were once wings<br /> ~ suppose shes a wildflower<br /> ~i am free of all predujice, i hate everyone equally

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My Child, I have nothing left to spare.
Your hungry, cold as stone, your shoes are too small.
I have nnot a dime to give.
Mommy, my bones ache.
My child, your eyes wide, white, and pleading.
We sit behind closed locked doors.
Our half naked bodies trembling.
The tears on your clouded cheeks fall.
For i my child will battle this.
Mommy, when will the angels come?
Through my bloodshot eyes
I will seek the voice within me
My child, once we're set free
Step upon the delicate grass with your bruised feet.
Oh! my child, I'll fight this
We'll fight this!
My child
Oh my child

© Kaelee L., Petersburg, MI

The author's comments:
When the earthquake hit haiti i really wanted to write something that would have an impact, something that would be imprinted to someones mind. I really hope that this poem might have done it
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Poet4God DIAMOND said...
on Mar. 25 2010 at 9:51 pm
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This is very well written, keep up the good work!
FlyleafFreak DIAMOND said...
on Mar. 21 2010 at 8:16 pm
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Wow, this is amazing, very unique and detailed. I love your style and I love the inspiration, never stop writing. <3