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David Maynard·November 21, 2019

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Poets Muse

written by: David Maynard

The poets muse is a whispered lie
Grains of sand fragments of time
Lingering love a fateful kiss
Love once true will soon be missed
This tattered heart bleeds its torn
From woman’s anger to hatred’s scorn
One mindful moment an empty soul
The part that’s played a walk-on role
Love once showered now lies in wake
Held in silence for no one to take

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David Maynard is a new author of poetry and short stories. He grew up in the mountains of Southeastern Kentucky where coal used to be king. He currently resides in Ohio. He is working on his first novel. His work can range from serious to comedy.

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