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Devout fingers linger

The shout breaks air, more air to bear, a movement from the skin. Again so thin a feeling within when touching her soft white skin.
Oct 29, 2006 1 min read

A parasite within

My knees hit the ground as my hands clutch my stomach, acceptance creeping in. The sloshing stops for a moment, the parasite likely pondering the sudden absence of screaming just before.
Sep 2, 2006 1 min read

Which b**** to love above all others

Memories of others who came before, Their images age like wine, A thought or two, We never knew, Our paths might intertwine.
May 14, 2005 1 min read

Please shut the hell up

Don't be too subtle lest your meaning fall ill, the torn vocabulary short of reprise - to save the begotten man a moment of monotony.
Aug 31, 2004 1 min read

Pick the flower

Pick the flower Maiden Trill, the descant tone to play the part. She fills her heart the better against the leaves at feet who rot.
Apr 27, 2004 1 min read

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