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A Gift of Civilization

This planet of lively beings
has been spewing,
toxins and grime
and noxious feelings;
rendering yet the subtle ether,
into a dilapidated space.

And the heavenly bodies watch muted.

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29 words.

Prompt: "the last meteor... seems a bit dim"

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  • Sooo true. I like the idea here.


  • crivanea silver member
    November 3

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    i realllllllllllllllly like the last line the entire poem got me kinda ..in awed...really..i didn't expect anyone to take the prompt so literally..but in this piece..I see the galaxy itself watching the meteor with me...what a beautiful piece you got here...


    • chinmay
      November 4
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      Thanks so much for all kind words. It's great to know that you liked the piece. Must thank you for the excellent prompt.


  • Rose Angel gold member
    November 3

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    Vivid imagery and words evoke alot of thought here...Powerful piece! All the best in the contest!


  • ZachP silver member
    November 3

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    An interesting and vivid take on the prompt.

    Well done! Good luck in the contest

    Zach Estel. 

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