It falls within
enlightenment's
closing line,
when morning has passed
and the noon sun
dimmed.
No moon rise
brightens spirit
when the dull ache
of lost affection
inflicts its prick
upon fresh wound.
Veiled threat
cloaks despair
when the heart weeps
a sour smile.
February 22,2019
© Pamela A. Lamppa,
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