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motel, late at night

February 26, 2023
By billyjoelfan DIAMOND, Madera, California
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Favorite Quote:
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper and not to harm you, to give you a future and a hope." Jeremiah 29:11<br /> <br /> "And see, that’s how you end up headed to destruction/Pavin’ a road to nowhere/Pour your life out for nothin"- The Background by Lecrae

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i ignored the puddles

but calmly plodded through them

with my chic lace-ups

while the lights

flickered outside the motel

like will o’ the wisps dancing

a midnight tango

around fluorescent bulbs

i smiled at the wisps, unafraid

shouldering heavy black duffel

and went in.

Photo by Mick Haupt on Unsplash

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gabs_w GOLD said...
on Mar. 8 2023 at 12:15 pm
gabs_w GOLD, Portland, Oregon
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Love this.