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Such violence. Our life downsized to sentimentality A simple tune that sweetly packages all our infinite variety a cavalier skip a dance just above the jagged edges of reality. A quip a noncommittal sip... But-- Please-- " Play it again Sam."

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Reviewed by Tami Ryan

Reviewed on June 27, 2004

It's a wonder we haven't fallen flat on our faces ...ummm, or have we? A prolific write, Doug, but so much truth in your words. Thank you.

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

Reviewed on June 27, 2004

There's a ring of truth in every line. We crave danger.

Reviewed by Sandie May Joyce (Sandie Angel)

Reviewed on June 27, 2004

Life is a constant rehearsal
of a dance that is yet to happen.

When the music stops abruptly
the player skip a step.

Play it again Sam
and the player dances on.

~ May Lu a.k.a. Sandie May Angel ~

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