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October 18, 2012
By lizpaula DIAMOND, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
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I detest the sugar surprises
found only when swallowed
it tricked my tongue and burned me
whipped fire upon my buds
mislead them
but when swallowed
and the canyon of giant mounds
is scorched
a sweet tsunami arises
squints my eyes
lips aimed south
give me warmth
without the artificial sense
greens and blacks
no more fruits

© Roger A., Atlanta, GA

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