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Pink Lady

 

I’m 52 mg/dL and falling

I need you just as you are

Crisp like the night’s breath

 

Desperate to end this faint feeling 

I open the door

See the blush of your skin

 

Under the bright bulb 

I reach for you

Cold to the touch, round in my hand

 

I rush to the sink

Rinse you clean 

Dry your moist flesh and stem

 

I can’t wait any longer 

Crazed c...

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