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The Scent of Love

Posted on 07/17/2019 by Khaya Ronkainen

such love from nature six hundred roses pledge promise without words; a pretty little bottle lovers’ memories secured For Midweek Motif, Perfume, at Poets Unite...

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An Exceptional Gift

Posted on 01/30/2019 by Khaya Ronkainen

“Someone I loved once gave me a box full of darkness. It took me years to understand that this too, was a gift.” – Mary Oliver tentacles that crawlinvade life, ...

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A Beginner Every Morn

Posted on 01/09/2019 by Khaya Ronkainen

piping note afar bullfinch’s gentle call constant regardless of change I begin every morn with delicate days fruitless for Poets United On Writing and Living...

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Seasons Defined Seasons Defined
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ratings: 6 (avg rating 4.83)

From the Depths of Darkness: A Collection of Dark Poetry Left in the Light From the Depths of Darkness: A Collection of Dark Poetry Left in the Light
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