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They call her "Merry Em",
Though why is hard to see.
She's frequently found at the end of the street,
Leaning on the lamppost...her only support.

She has a career in sales,
Though no spiel she'll need.
Her low-cut blouse and above-the-thigh skirt
Speak volumes.

"Merry Em"...often on her knees,
But seldom in prayer;
For once back home, she has two little mouths
And one big habit to feed.

But for now, she leans on the lamppost...
Her only support.

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"Me, my thoughts are flower strewn, ocean storm, bayberry moon; I have got to leave to find my way..." REM
 
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A pathetic picture you’ve given us to ponder.

Words are the poet’s brush you have chosen your colors well.

Jack
 
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Thank you, Jack. This particular depiction is fictional, but unfortunately it reflects many, many more that are all too real.

~~lb~~


"Me, my thoughts are flower strewn, ocean storm, bayberry moon; I have got to leave to find my way..." REM
 
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LB I like your poem very much. I am very pleased with it.
 
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Thanks, PD. Something a bit different from "Ms. Romantic", eh?
~~lb~~


"Me, my thoughts are flower strewn, ocean storm, bayberry moon; I have got to leave to find my way..." REM
 
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a very diffierent poem from you. the imagery and the way you directed the reader to see the pain and the issues was brilliant. well done


Rico
Gavin Gabrielle/ Julian Alexander
May 11. 2003- June 3, 2003
Gavin Gabrielle Knox (Reborn)
March 21, 2004
Raw, gutsy, and in-your-face. are words that have been used. To me they describe exactly what Rico is all about.
Don't ever change………comments from Songbird in the poem “ Walking Through Hell”
Rico-style
Unmatched - unsurpassed......Rhon831 from the poem "My Fruit"
:breathless: ...... Concerned Brotha from the poem "Formality"
When you see the name 'Rico' - you think of Poetry Knockout from the poem "My Fruit"
MLK Jr. meets Kanye Gamzplayer from '' a Safe Poem"
 
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Thank you, Rico. A long time since I have seen your name on here. Thank you for being the faithful reader of my meager offerings. As always, very much appreciated. Yes, this IS very different for me...I am trying to draw on a few new things for inspiration.

I hope you and your loved ones are well. ~~lb~~


"Me, my thoughts are flower strewn, ocean storm, bayberry moon; I have got to leave to find my way..." REM
 
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Co-dependency is what drives some ladies with habits to feed.

Lack of confidence and self worth most times are their best friends.

It's sad but true this lifestyle prevails and ignores the need

Apathetic to the outcome; the impact on the innocent never ends.
 
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Thank you for taking the time to read and comment. ~~lb~~


"Me, my thoughts are flower strewn, ocean storm, bayberry moon; I have got to leave to find my way..." REM
 
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