I rise

High-ku

By Ali SPPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read

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The weight of the world

A thousand pounds on my back

Like mountains, I rise

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Ali SP

Ali has found a renewed passion for reading and creating. It is now a form of expression for her– another creative outlet which she works to improve upon.

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T. Lichtabout a year ago
Wooooooooooow. so beautiful and profound. So few words and you created a masterpiece....
Babs Iverson2 years ago
Social Commentary - the heavy weight of the world with hope and inspiration!!! This is awesome!!! Love it, Ali SP!!!

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