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The Perfect Fruit

We try so hard

By Maria A. PerezPublished 2 months ago 1 min read

Ripe and vibrant

A luscious berry

Admired by all

Yet so vulnerable

Easily crushed

Under the pressure

Of delivering

A unique

Flavor burst

So hard to be

That perfect fruit

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About the Creator

Maria A. Perez

Author of the romantic space opera trilogy, The Curse of Sotkari Ta, its prequel, Song of the Caged Warrior, and a poetry book. As a diehard “Trekkie” and Star Wars fan, I'm fascinated by what lies beyond the unexplored reaches of space.

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