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a question without an answer

March 6, 2023
By billyjoelfan DIAMOND, Madera, California
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


there’s loud thumping and laughter and doors opening and closing and suitcases thudding in the

hall outside

and at first i’m annoyed

but then i start to wonder who the people are

checking into this dump of a motel at eleven thirty at night

are they rich, poor,

happy, sad

about to get married, suffering a breakup

raising a healthy family

or struggling to raise a sick child?

i think and think

and fall asleep thinking

who are they?


The author's comments:

Part 16 of my "motel" collection.


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