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The first time 

you put your hands on me,

you said it was out of love.

the second time

you said it was because 

i upset you.

the last time 

you tried to touch me

i walked away

and i have never looked back

because you do not 

deserve me.

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â—„ Asking for it

V. â–º

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Raj Ferds

Wed 29th Mar 2017 05:18

Simply put and precise.
I love the stratas leading to sheer emotional and intellectual truth.
Nice rhythm too Maria.

Raj

Frances Macaulay Forde

Wed 29th Mar 2017 02:22

Yes, I agree, very strong yet so simple, cleverly adhering to the 'rule of three' when story-telling.
Well done.

<Deleted User> (16099)

Tue 28th Mar 2017 19:43

this is very strong.recognizing the layers in a relationship and then defining them.what you describe him in the end he was just a scab you soon to be healed .. him to simply fall away.

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