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Buy & Sell - I Once "Stole" Some Snacks, Give Me A Break - GameBoys, Were Just Being Invented - I Was Poor, I AM Poor!
My fingers were bruised! The thumb etched into the corners of a mysterious nightmare, but I'm a stickler for prints. I'm a dynamo waiting to unfold as I swipe my tips across the miracle God bestowed on my delicate palms.
By 365poetry - "Holy Trinity":::: I Know The Cross, It's The Spirit Of Kharôn Latin Spelling (Charon) Translation "Fierce Brightness"6 days ago in Poets
(Fingers Crossed)******** Burdens Of EVERY "SINGLE" Person Who Seems A Bit Weird, And Awkward To Every Person On The Outside - Trust, They Think The Same Things, They "DO"::::
How many children do you have, and why? ******* We can't ask these questions during a JOB interview - it's weird, and they will SUE us for some unlikely cause of discrimination!!!
By 365poetry - "Holy Trinity":::: I Know The Cross, It's The Spirit Of Kharôn Latin Spelling (Charon) Translation "Fierce Brightness"6 days ago in Poets
Mindset Shift for a Happier Life
Many unhappy feelings often stem from the thoughts we choose to entertain. Simply adjusting our mindset can significantly lighten our perspective on life.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing6 days ago in Poets
Flood on Island Terrace
Attention residents of Island Terrace and all residents of Bergen County New Jersey. Due to the Hurricane Marla, we are anticipating flooding, due to the possiblity of the Ramapo River over flowing.
By Susan Payton6 days ago in Poets
Rise, Even When You Are Broken
When nights grow heavy upon your chest, And hope feels like an uninvited guest, Remember this—your shaking soul Was never born to lose control.
By Daily Motivation8 days ago in Poets
I Am Alive - Yes, But The Grass Seems To Be Having Condensation Today, Yesterday - I Don't Know (That's Water - If You Asked, That's Water)
I have woken up, and peed on a grass before! That might not seem sanitary, but I am human - and also peeing is natural! I have woken up, thinking that the bathroom is outside, and I have never wanted to live inside with any person!
By 365poetry - "Holy Trinity":::: I Know The Cross, It's The Spirit Of Kharôn Latin Spelling (Charon) Translation "Fierce Brightness"8 days ago in Poets
The Necessary Farewell: A Self-Preservation Note
Rather than allowing us to drain each other, it is better to let go. This thought brings me healing: I considered leaving you, not because you are a bad person, nor because I no longer love you, but because your attitude toward me made me feel that your world doesn't truly need me. Honestly, I could cling to you without shame, but it would be pointless.
By Emily Chan - Life and love sharing8 days ago in Poets
Public Announcement for New Interns
Attention, intern, badge still new, Wall Street hums, and it watches you. This floor has tribes with polished grins, They rise like waves, then fall like sins.
By Anthony Chan8 days ago in Poets
Creating Compelling Characters for Your Story
Ever thought about bringing characters to life, born from your very being? I'll let you in on what kind of flavour to use.
By Moon Desert8 days ago in Poets
Love To Find
Find the love that dances slow, while music hums and lights glow. Who grabs your hand with messy hair, and twirls you like no one’s there.
By Abi Rose Travis8 days ago in Poets
For The New Year
The golden year you've waited for Arrived and here you are Just following the same routines That haven't worked, so far.
By Dana Crandell9 days ago in Poets
What Is The Difference Between The Word "InValuable" & The Word "In Valuable" - Me, Right!?
I brushed my teeth today, I should get a GOLD star!! I brushed my teeth today, I should get a GOLD star! I brushed my teeth today, I.... should get a GOLD Star!
By 365poetry - "Holy Trinity":::: I Know The Cross, It's The Spirit Of Kharôn Latin Spelling (Charon) Translation "Fierce Brightness"9 days ago in Poets