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Friday, January 13, 2023

Patricia Murphy

Love Lines

The love lines to my heart are congested. 
Like a fever that's run wild. 
Like a boat that's run out of steam. 
It needs motivation to continue. 
It's like a nest without any eggs. 
Like a blizzard - icy cold. 

It's frozen in time.  
Like a time machine without a watch. 
The ticking has stopped.  

It's at a dead end. 
With nowhere to go. 
The lines of communication are closed. 

It's at a stagnant standstill. 
Like a frog in a dead pond 
With legs flapping. 
Like a seal with no wheels. 
Like a cat on a hot tin roof.  
Like a dog wagging it's tail.  
Without a sail.  




Love

Love lines are a mystery. 
Love is a phenomenon. 
It's a decision to love or not. 
It the lines are open you can reach someone. 
Otherwise, it's nearly impossible. 

Love is great. 
Love is wonderful. 
Love is successful. 
Love is creative. 
Love is sentimental. 
Love is glorious. 
Love is gracious. 
Love is present. 
Love is being in love. 

To be with the one you love 
Is a feat to be measured. 

To be around the one you love is 
A great accomplishment.  

Love is breathtaking. 
Love is forever. 

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