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The Creek

January 26, 2011
By _helenhorton SILVER, Springfield, Ohio
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The water ripples over the rocks
The branches drape over the banks
The fish swim contently
The birds sing ambiently
I breathe in the woodsy aroma
It engulfs me into a state of peace
It makes me feel immortal
Almost like i'm just a figure
Mixed emotions rush through me
Serenity

© Allie K., Lake Villa, IL

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The creek at my house inspired me to write this piece
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