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Never Having Been a Girl
This poem is based on a true story. A sista I know requested I write a poem based on her childhood. And after hearing her testimony, this is the result. Silence lingers on every street corner of her heart surrounded by the sounds of her own heartbeat the only child who knew that loneliness could… Continue reading
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Lines
Indefinite streaks of infinity running in one direction words spilled over into cups of inspiration overflowing with obsession so she writes hurrying to let go of the pain caught in the palms of her hands when raindrops washed away dirt only to leave blisters of unspoken words on racing lines how will she ever catch… Continue reading
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Pre-Conceived Notions
the first time we met, I stood knee deep in lust took advantage of your smile never thought I would fall for it too young to realize I’ve just never met a man before dancing in your eyes willing to gamble my last just for a chance to see you again your words, so elegant… Continue reading
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People Will Forget You
I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. –Maya Angelou Continue reading
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Guest Feature Poets
One of the features we have added to The PBS Blog’s list of reading material is our Guest Feature section. In this section, we strive to deliver quality poems or articles, usually written by an author outside of PBS, for your enjoyment. We would like to cover so many different topics but we can’t do… Continue reading
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Guest Feature – Fear Itself Is Undefined by Bianca Flores
I lay on my bed soaking my pillow with my tears, I try to remember exactly what it is that I fear. Is it the passing of time or the love that I lack? Is it the mistakes that I’ve made or the fact that I can’t bring the past back? What is it that… Continue reading
