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K.C. Knouse's avatar

"Grief's poison", what a wonderful metaphor. So true what you bring out in this piece. It is the imperfections that make us individuals. Besides one person's imperfection, is another person's delight. Unfortunately, it is human nature for one to try to mask or alter one's perceived imperfections.

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Author Michele Bardsley's avatar

Thank you, K.C. I like so-called imperfections. Those are the things that make people interesting.

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Jon T's avatar

that really winds up at the end. nice tiny ugly thing.

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Author Michele Bardsley's avatar

Thank you!

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Isha Jain's avatar

This is beautiful!

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Author Michele Bardsley's avatar

Thank you!

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