Falling Flames

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Dec 28

Corrugated twine fell from her scalp,
Scratching at her jaw.
The red threads dropped in clumps,
As the falling flame,
Was all she saw.

Caressing the shimmering blades,
The woman behind her spoke.
"It's all done now."
As the withered young lady,
In her chair, held back a choke.

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