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		<description>The original writings of author Jennesis</description>
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			<title>Legacy</title>
			<description>For my grandmother</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2467376/</link>
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			<title>Mosaic</title>
			<description>Roads takenWrong TurnsHeart BreaksSoul AchesLessons LearnedEyes openNo BlindersTo fool surrenderingBurning fire intensityFans flames into&amp;nbsp;Coals burning for the&amp;nbsp;Long GameSettling into the glowThat warms and nurturesFutures dreamedAttainable in the passion&amp;nbsp;Leaving behind the broken piec..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2467372/</link>
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			<title>Olfactory Dreama</title>
			<description>Clean linen and spiceVanilla and cherry bombsSo nice His smell...I am home His Intensity&amp;rsquo;s density Of safety EnvelopedInside the closeness of space Binds the broken pieces Shattered from the other&amp;rsquo;s Visions of futures dreamed Different connections weave Master..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2464963/</link>
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			<title>Leaks</title>
			<description>times beforetimes duringtimes afterwhen your smile doesn&amp;rsquo;t reach your eyes when the tears leak from mine without me realizing when the crash landedand the pain buried me in its weighttime marches on as it always doesand we, existing in its floware forever changed </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2170214/</link>
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			<title>Empty promises </title>
			<description>Fading from waking hoursVisits come in my dreams your lips on mine seem so realconnection restoredstrong arms wrap me in blisslost in your kisswe are oneadventures being lived finding joy in simple moments Sunlight brightens the gray dawnreaching for you finding only the ..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2154241/</link>
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			<title>The Surrendering</title>
			<description>It&amp;rsquo;s about letting go of all the things we protect ourselves with.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2048238/</link>
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			<title>Shared</title>
			<description>This is a collaborative piece, written with another writer.  Two voices, one message </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2019589/</link>
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			<title>Threads of us </title>
			<description>Airport goodbyes weaveThreads of longing Into fabric of days spentIn-betweenPixels of digital passionSuffice for touch of skinOn skinCellular waves embroiderWhispers in earsNeeding the kneading Of emotional releaseConnections spun by A needles eye chance And star alignm..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2019500/</link>
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			<title>Refurbished </title>
			<description>For Texas...</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/2004056/</link>
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			<title>Honesty</title>
			<description>HonestyAll the fun can't hide&amp;nbsp;What you're like inside&amp;nbsp;It's all there&amp;nbsp;Under all that hairThe ugly truth lives to tell&amp;nbsp;I've seen it well&amp;nbsp;Lies spit like poison&amp;nbsp;Tarnish the connection&amp;nbsp;Trust crumbles&amp;nbsp;Relationship fumblesAnd we are left&amp;nbsp;In debt&amp;nbsp;I am worthy..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1842342/</link>
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			<title>Sunset Strangers</title>
			<description>Driving away from the stress of the dayThe setting sun, brilliant in yellows, purples and pinksBeckoned me as it burned off the last remaining light&amp;nbsp;The intense beauty of this display compelled my spirit to slow down, breathe, and give pauseNormally eager to be home and stripped of my work atti..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1842340/</link>
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			<title>Investments </title>
			<description>Just a little pep talk to myself.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1707090/</link>
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			<title>4D Memories </title>
			<description>A poem about memories so clear, it's like you experience them in real time with all their details.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1705092/</link>
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			<title>Random Scraps</title>
			<description>Sometimes I come across things I have hastily written down and find they seem kind of cool.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1704692/</link>
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			<title>Distractions</title>
			<description>Musing about the strength of feelings for someone who cannot be my partner in life, but who is amazing in the moment.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1704603/</link>
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			<title>Infinite possibilities </title>
			<description>I am struck at times by life's turns and changes.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1669019/</link>
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			<title>Paired</title>
			<description>Just some thoughts</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1561351/</link>
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			<title>Welcome to the Club</title>
			<description>A little humor from my bike crash this weekend</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1514945/</link>
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			<title>Powered by love</title>
			<description>Powered by loveObstacles rise up Otherwise the path smoothGradual incline burns our lungs Bright blue sky brilliantAgainst the stark desert landscapeRidges, dips and bumpsTires floating over rocksDesigned for this rideOutside of our controlDrop-offs appear Yet we hang on,..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1514470/</link>
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			<title>Bike jump</title>
			<description>I wrote this a whole ago, but haven't posted it until now.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1503538/</link>
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			<title>Shredded</title>
			<description>Words in my head today</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1503534/</link>
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			<title>Grab On</title>
			<description>Grab onA fleeting glimpseThe pale blue lightBefore DawnA shooting starFaint gold across the skyJust beyond focusTime flying byThis life we liveUnable to slow downGrasps slip on dreamsSlippery among the dailyGrind of lifeSo wish upon that starBreathe vibrance into promisesOf simpler timesClarityFeet ..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1498368/</link>
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			<title>Bitter Lies</title>
			<description>He will know~</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1495695/</link>
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			<title>She</title>
			<description>Just thinking of my sister today and thought I would write a few thoughts</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1489940/</link>
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			<title>to GIVE</title>
			<description>The baby aisle in TargetPulls at the griefAn empty wombA quiet lonlinessLike a child alone in the parkWanting to be chosen to playWith the rest of the cool kidsThe capacity of this heartIs infinite and vastSo much motheringinside to GIVEYet it lays was..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1488563/</link>
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			<title>Love's Home</title>
			<description>Love's HomeIt lives not in commercial holidaysOr expectations and pregnant gesturesIt lives not in the artificial grandiosity of romance filmsOr sappy jewelry advertisementsLove lives in the simple things...In stolen morningsAnd cups of coffeeIn knowing glancesAnd downhill bike ridesIt lives in slee..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1485218/</link>
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			<title>Lost and found</title>
			<description>I'm lostEven though the sun is shining upon my faceKnowing my shining worth is priceless Yet I'm lostI'm lost in this moment Drowning in the waters of responsibility The storm is outside meBut I'm still lostI'm lostThe winds of change have sweptMy landscape into recognizable ..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1484568/</link>
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			<title>Winged freedom</title>
			<description>Musings from my drive to work</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1481931/</link>
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			<title>Snow White</title>
			<description>A white girls perspective in honor of Black History month...</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1481452/</link>
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			<title>Homeless Rings</title>
			<description>Green smooth porcelain sitsOn the window sill Of the past, presentlyProviding temporary shelterFor the homeless and broken Circles of gold and diamonds Whisper our historyCalling me backTo sickness and health Richer and poorerParted before deathI tried them onIn today's Dawn..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1480429/</link>
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			<title>Angst and Spanx</title>
			<description>A little humor from getting dressed this morning ~</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1479792/</link>
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			<title>Spent words</title>
			<description>Just missing my friend today...</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1479625/</link>
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			<title>Time's Middle </title>
			<description>This is one of my favorites...I wrote this circa 2004 / 2005.  I love the concept of time and how it affects our lives.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1479198/</link>
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			<title>Dawn's Door</title>
			<description>Just some heart speak as of late...</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1478023/</link>
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			<title>Locks and Keys</title>
			<description>This is been running through my brain for a couple weeks and I think it finally fell together this morning.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1477490/</link>
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			<title>House cleaning </title>
			<description>I'm wiping away the evidenceOf my search for myselfVacuuming leftover ecstasy From the strangers in my bedI want to scrub away theGuilt of the pain I caused themSweeping away their hopeInto the dust pan, trash canWiping away The droplets of poor choicesAnd risks takenTh..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1477361/</link>
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			<title>Returns</title>
			<description>Indecision plagues his worldUnable to understand The whispers of his heartSpending more time Returning purchasesThan enjoying themHe's trying to find his worthAmidst the red tagged  marked down clearance rack itemsHow many times do you replaceThe towels and rugs Before you real..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1477339/</link>
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			<title>Monday's Baggage</title>
			<description>The heaviness of MondayWeighs me downSo many bags to carry The briefcase of unfinished weekend projectsThe gym bag stuffed with fitness goalsThe lunch sack holding economic nourishmentThe purse filled with everything but money and the kitchen sinkAnd that&amp;rsquo;s just..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1474478/</link>
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			<title>Survival Mode</title>
			<description>Survival is his only modeNecessary selfishness Infects his every actionA one trick pony Capable of the DerbyHe breathes lies of hopeThat taste like honeyBut it's only the money And slinging dope That will ever be his wifeA wasted lifeHe tells her She is queenShe wants t..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1473698/</link>
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			<title>Self-Talk</title>
			<description>This is something I wrote to myself right after I separated from my husband after 20 years. This was last year, but I felt like posting it for some reason tonight.</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1473451/</link>
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			<title>Orchestrated Flow</title>
			<description>This was initially silly banter going back and forth via text messages between Rico X and I, so we decided to put it together...</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1473342/</link>
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			<title>Voice of my youth </title>
			<description>Some random thoughts about finding a large pile of old writings from when I was 11-17 years old</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1472870/</link>
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			<title>The view from the Lion and the Lamb</title>
			<description>Rico x and I wrote this collaboration, people watching at a local coffee shop.  Different observations from our  different lenses....
Free thoughts...</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1471716/</link>
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			<title>The puzzle</title>
			<description>                    The puzzle He talks to me in poetry and romantic song lyrics.  His messages hidden like a word-find paperback from the local drug store.I'm searching for letters that form a word amidst the chaotic and structured puzzle. I turn to the answer appendix in the back of the ..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1471700/</link>
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			<title>The Circus</title>
			<description>Trying to find purposeLike a clown at the circusWalking the tightrope of lifeThrough trouble and strifeI'm struggling With all the things I'm jugglingStanding at the main ringBalancing On one footNot sure where to putAll these things That my life bringsThey're flying all ..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1470320/</link>
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			<title>To my 25 year old self~</title>
			<description>I wrote this by request.  It was interesting to do, and the use of YOU vs. WE, US and ARE were purposefully interchanged to make a point. </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1469899/</link>
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			<title>The fears we face</title>
			<description>This is a piece that I wrote about how it feels to be a therapist sometimes.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1467304/</link>
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			<title>Waves</title>
			<description>As I was cleaning out files today, I came across this.  I wrote this in July 2003.   but it still speaks to me.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1466941/</link>
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			<title>A Random Sticky Note</title>
			<description>Sometimes I find thoughts I have written on sticky notes and stuck in a file folder.  Doing end of the year stuff today I found this, though I wrote it probably 4 or 5 years ago.  </description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1466896/</link>
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			<title>My Drug</title>
			<description>My drug  Like cocaine or methHe draws me inI know he is not good for meBut I keep coming back for moreI cannot say noI cannot resist his draw.I ask myself whyBut I already know the answerIt is addictingAnd PowerfulTo be seen for the first timeIn all of my entiretyTo not..</description>
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			<link>http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/Jennesis/1464445/</link>
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