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January 16, 2010
By Lindsey_O GOLD, Marshfield, Massachusetts
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Lindsey_O GOLD, Marshfield, Massachusetts
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Words slide off the lead,<br /> creating permanent marks;<br /> writer&#039;s secret code. <br /> ~Lindsey O&#039;Connell

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I darken the lines of fear and regret,
So perhaps, just maybe, I will see
More clearly the mistakes I have made

I lighten the lines of friendships
So the laughs and memories of thirteen years
Are free to float about my head

I tie down the lines of love and loss
Bringing those I care about
Ever deeper in my heart

Then finally, I take a breath before
I permanently sever the lines
Which once bound you and me

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Lindsey_O GOLD said...
on Jun. 1 2010 at 4:47 pm
Lindsey_O GOLD, Marshfield, Massachusetts
11 articles 0 photos 180 comments

Favorite Quote:
Words slide off the lead,<br /> creating permanent marks;<br /> writer&#039;s secret code. <br /> ~Lindsey O&#039;Connell

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*starts smiling like an idiot* Aaaahhhh!!! (that is an excited scream, by the way!) oh wow thank you so so much! You just made my day--heck my whole month, even! Thanks for the comment!!
Lindsey_O GOLD said...
on Jun. 1 2010 at 4:45 pm
Lindsey_O GOLD, Marshfield, Massachusetts
11 articles 0 photos 180 comments

Favorite Quote:
Words slide off the lead,<br /> creating permanent marks;<br /> writer&#039;s secret code. <br /> ~Lindsey O&#039;Connell

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And I really enjoyed this comment! Thanks so much! :D
Sketched97 PLATINUM said...
on May. 22 2010 at 1:41 pm
Sketched97 PLATINUM, Silver Spring, Maryland
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Amazing. 5 stars! I think your one of the best writers on this site. I love your work.
TheCinders PLATINUM said...
on May. 14 2010 at 2:51 am
TheCinders PLATINUM, Kentwood, Michigan
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Clever, brilliant. I really enjoyed this.
Lindsey_O GOLD said...
on Mar. 4 2010 at 8:04 pm
Lindsey_O GOLD, Marshfield, Massachusetts
11 articles 0 photos 180 comments

Favorite Quote:
Words slide off the lead,<br /> creating permanent marks;<br /> writer&#039;s secret code. <br /> ~Lindsey O&#039;Connell

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haahaha thanks :]
jackiee33 said...
on Mar. 4 2010 at 6:21 pm
Lindsey! i saw you posted this on Mrs. Lynch's blog and i think it is really good! you are a great writer!