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The three

from whom you wake.

Richard Partridge

Mar 28, 2023

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Seven ages, 
irrevocably set,
stage not even
in focus yet.

Helices spun, 
the ropey artisan
twists the whole
dramatic structure.

Frayed string,
and knots,
inaccurate measures,
a life of misery / pleasure.

Unturnable, the
decision’s done.
A flickering lightbulb,
borderline blown.

Awaken from these
nightmare three,
wiping eyes,
are you free?