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"Ribbon"

October 25, 2009
By mercer721 SILVER, New York, NY, New York
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mercer721 SILVER, New York, NY, New York
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Favorite Quote:
&quot;I write about...the masses! The individual doesn&#039;t count in modern society.&quot;<br /> &quot;But aren&#039;t the masses made up of individuals?&quot;<br /> &quot;Don&#039;t quibble.&quot;<br /> (not my own personal quote, but I like it - from &quot;Stage Door&quot;)

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As I walk down the long and winding road
Forever there, the footsteps in my wake.
They’re telling tales of past gone, not an ode
No waves can wash away so deep an ache.
How happy we were! You gave me a chill
We, fliers, were—now you’ve torn us apart
The ribbon on the tree reminds me still
To everyday hold dear you in my heart.
The beaming sun deserves to smile not
Find glory not in bombs bursting in air
Bright flashes, frightened screams, let it all rot
They pierce surer than that sword you now bear.
No longer can I live life being numb
Will ships on the horizon ever come?

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Milo! said...
on Mar. 14 2010 at 6:46 pm
I really love this. I really like how everyone can relate to this. I hope you keep writing, because this is great. You should check out some of my stuff. I think you would like it.