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She's A Goner MAG

May 10, 2011
By TheCinders PLATINUM, Kentwood, Michigan
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I know what concealed laughter sounds like
That was a cocky, confident laugh
You were careful;
Not to forget to throw your head back
When it was important
Don't forget to look me in the eye
When you need to;
You didn't

© Alexandra K., Chicago, IL

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purpleink GOLD said...
on Oct. 7 2011 at 1:03 pm
purpleink GOLD, Pendleton, Oregon
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Favorite Quote:
The early bird gets the worm but the second rat gets the cheese.<br /> <br /> There is more to life besides increasing its speed.

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great poem. i really like it! what gave the idea? do you think you could review some of my work, please?if you can't, that's fine. enjoyed reading!