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Simply Said

October 3, 2011
By Lillienne PLATINUM, Reading, Massachusetts
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Lillienne PLATINUM, Reading, Massachusetts
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"Just tell yourself, Duckie, you're really quite lucky." Dr. Seuss <3

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How do I say it simply?

I miss you.
Your touch.
Your laugh.
Your smile.

Your eyes.
Your breath.
It’s been awhile.

Your hair.
Your hands.
Your walk.

Swift and gentle.
Don’t mind.
Let them talk.

Your nose.
Your arms.
All around me.

The big question is:
Do you
miss
me?

© Maria B., Boston, MA

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For a boy who left me.
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