Laura Pinnuck

Dust settles on cracked lips, scorching fire burns the tongue
Particles up your nose, overrun with dung
Dull thuds, several shovels pierce the earth
Dog-tired boys drag shovels and canteens
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Our brown eyes share secrets nobody knows,
Our love more perfect then any rose
The time between visits we try our best,
So when we see each other we will meet the test
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I never realised until you were gone,
That I loved you since you were born
Now my days are lonely
Nights they pass so slowly
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A rose can be red
But not if dead
It can be black
But so can a cat
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When you can care about others and their issues
When you can receive something and not misuse
When you can lend an ear to listen
When you can accomplish your goal or mission
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It’s okay to fall down when I can stand back up
But will you always be there for me to make sure I stand?
It’s okay to take my time and go slowly
But will you wait for me?
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