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Mar 2013
A princess born unto an old king, enveloped with the love and kindness only a family can offer.
A beautiful mother, crowned in splendor, respected above all else.
An adoring brother willing to die for her, willing to live for her.

Beneath the kingdom on the hill lies a valley of vibrant life and loyalty.
Beyond the valley is a forest full of hopeful dreams and those to whom they belong.
By the king’s decree, none should venture past the forest lest they wander into a wasteland.

Children screech with pleasure as they play in the valley under surveillance.
Choosing to watch rather than work, the princess falls under the spell of jealousy, yet
Chats with the king demand responsibility, respect, reverence.

β€œDo my bidding until you are of age, then you may choose your ways over mine,” says the king.
Doubting her wisdom, the princess waits years for assertion.
Dreading the consequences at first, she later comes to desire them – always pushing her limits.
Refined in Flames
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Refined in Flames  Charleston, SC
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   Zoe, Timothy and Atalanta Undigested
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