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*~Petrification~* A face turned to stone Smile frozen thereupon Secrets locked away Veiled eyes hold Key Reflecting pools brim with pain Blinding memories Stultifying past Spirit's tomb of abeyance Desiccated Life Copyright 2010 by CG McGovern-Bowen. All Rights Reserved. 12/02/10. Santa Rosa Valley, California.

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Reviewed by Carol Grace

Reviewed on December 5, 2010

Sharp, crisp, you have said so much with so few words. Great job. Carol

Reviewed by John Flanagan

Reviewed on December 3, 2010

Could be an ode to the enigmatic Sphinx...or a lament...just my reading of this rich delivery, Carolyn.
Your control and superior phrasing and fine mind are always a joy.

John

Reviewed by Axilea MU

Reviewed on December 3, 2010

Strong and effective choice of words for a subject that speaks to me.

Axilea

Reviewed by jude forese

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

spiritually solidified ...

Reviewed by Karen Palumbo

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

Stark presentation so deep within the soul...

Be always safe,
Karen

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

Stark, harsh, and thought-awakening; very effective, Carolyn. Thank you. Love and best wishes,

Regis

Reviewed by Christine Tsen

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

Excellently terse and powerful.
Be well,
Christine

Reviewed by TONY NERONE

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

Short but awesome. I love to read you.

Namaste
Tony

Reviewed by Susan Sonnen

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

Well done!

Reviewed by Paul Berube

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

Strong write and very well written.

Reviewed by Mr. Ed

Reviewed on December 2, 2010

Quite thought provoking, Carolyn.

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