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I Am No Hero

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Helen

I calculate my days In increments of risk and gain I make my power plays For reasons that I won’t explain And as the danger comes My reptile brain, alert, awake Is beating on the drums And counting prisoners to … Continue reading →

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Reclaim

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Helen

Sweat on the brow The moment is now Hold still my heart As I depart Grow strong the flame Let me reclaim My true birthright On this good night (c) Helen Valentina 2013, All Rights Reserved

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