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Growing Up



I don’t call you
ugly anymore

because,

I have butterflies
in my tummy,
and see how pretty,
      ...you are



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picture inspired; children
http://allpoetry.com/images/ext/Item/5041/763.jpg?1234266791

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  • suseann
    February 11

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    Oh,I remember that time in childhood too. This expresses that change in attitudes well from a male perspective. And just might be something of value for a Valentine given by the awakening younger set.


  • poet2angels gold member
    February 10

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    This is so adorable and written through the eyes of a child. So fitting for the prompt...I love it

    Lynda


  • Naughtygrlred
    February 10
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    oh ya