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Bad News as I approach second childhood tears flow more easily when upon word those dearest have returned to the womb Ethnic Cleanliness negro toddler waves hello to me from front porch his mother beside him laughs seeing me smile, wave back Domestic Bliss I housewife knits happily to keep mind and hands busy enough from reaching for calorie unwise snacks Domestic Bliss II while some surround themselves with luxurious walls and furniture to attain happiness they cannot take beyond others need only paper and pen to fill the halls of their hearts for the palace ahead © 2006 Chris Sorrenti |