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some flames burn fiercely
to keep you at arms-length
others throw a warm flicker
serving to draw you close,
fierce flames sport cold hearts
and blue whiplash tongues,
the warmest hearths glow with
soft orange dancing smiles,
as your life’s light burns,
be kind and learn to be
the right sort of flame
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© Graham R Sherwood 04/25
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