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Untitled 014. Freewrite 2.

Who says heritage?

I came from a rib,

didn't you know?

or did I come from a ****** sightless fish?

The elders my parents have hidden me from-

they say we came to be by talented twins,

everyone playing their role.

 

Why can't I tell you?

I came from you!

you, too.

I created myself -

from dust I grew.

Strong and lean, I don't need protection.

 

My heritage begins with me,

for that is the only pure truth they say.

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Sep 1, 2011
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