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Once a Boy

by Vanishing Vapor

Rated: E · Poetry · Contest Entry · #2201941

24 Syllable Poem Contest entry

Once a boy,
Furtive, silent, and coy,
Decided to entertain a crowd,
All cheered strong, bright, and loud.

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