"Everything"

Mahogany Smiles
Jan 26, 2020
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Updated: Apr 25, 2020

A graceful hand,

Soft lily like palms,

Creates psalms.

Delightful but afraid,

To sing the songs suggested by a river,

Recommended by the Sun,

Lyrics from a damaged liver,

Melodies pushing through inflamed lungs,

A careful heart,

A fearless spirit,

When finally speaking,

Does anyone hear who she wants to be?

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