Silence

And Amnesty

By Barbara Gode WilesPublished 4 months ago • 1 min read

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I gave it my all

Time has no amnesty

Silence wins once more

I turn to despair

Time has no amnesty

I gave it my all

I turn to despair

Time has no amnesty

Silence wins once more

I turn to despair

Time has no amnesty

I gave it my all

I turn to despair

Time has no amnesty

Silence wins once more

I turn to despair

Time has no amnesty

I gave it my all

Silence wins once more

heartbreak

About the Creator

Barbara Gode Wiles

Barb is a young widow, having lost her husband and best friend at the age of 55. She is now devoted to her two daughters and her two beautiful granddaughters. Her dog is a constant companion.

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