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The corset of your beauty is laced so tight
I can hardly breathe,
I avert my eyes, once, twice, that I might draw breath,
Yes, your eyes, your lips, your everything are
but nothing like the beauty which shines from within you.
©Paul Vincent Cannon
Paul, pvcann.com
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For me it is a sure recipe…..for energizing my romantic mood.Thank you Paul.Great stuff there !
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Many, many thanks for your reflection, such a generous response.
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The beauty described in that poem matches the poem itself. 🙂
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Wow, thank you, such a wonderful response
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You’re welcome. I meant it, even if it was a bit ‘flamboyant’. 🙂
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I took it as real, and I am very grateful 🙂
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🙂
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Absolutely beautiful, dear Paul
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Very kind Luisa, thank you so much.
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Most welcome!
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Beautiful
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Thank you
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Beautifully written poem Paul.🙏🙏🥀
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Thank you so much
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Love this <3, sweet and short.
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Thank you 🙂
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powerful and the way every woman would like to be remembered 🙂
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That I am glad to hear, so enjoyed your response Kate, thank you
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you’re most welcome Paul!
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🙂
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I love it when content reaches out at you. Great write.
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Many thanks James, high praise indeed, and yes, I love that too.
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