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Saying Goodbye

October 1, 2013
By S.Perrone PLATINUM, Middleburgh, New York
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Favorite Quote:
The woods are lovely, dark and deep. But I have promises to keep, and miles to go before I sleep.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> -Robert Frost

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Tall,
Standing bright,
Not ready to give into the fight,
The breeze is winding down,
Getting ready for winter's bite.

Wild hope starts to wilt,
Giving in,
As the grounds appealing light begins to focus.

New tears,
A new year,
Ready to surrender,
As fate welcomes winter.

© Matt F., Pierz, MN

The author's comments:
This poem is about saying goodbye to a loved one, though it's hard.
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