Vile

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I plan to hold you
ever still within my heart
though it may kill me

For the poison is
the memory of your face
the day you left me

Remove the stopper
and drink down that vile vial
Treachery toasted

Days left on the vine
dry in the sun unchosen
for a better wine

(December 23rd, 2017)

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