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The Rose

The deep deep crimson  of my rose

hides its sharp protective thorns

to guard against the hand that might cut it

In its beauty, a tear trickles from deep within

to show it has a hidden feeling

from the outside you don't see

the emotions and fears.

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johnnydod
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Published
Sep 8, 2010
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