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An Apology
November 30, 2014
In response to kindness
some give thanks
some give praise.
In response to decency
some give smiles
some give waves.
But in response to sorrow
many duck their heads
some glance the other way.
For this I’m truly sorry.
Sorrow always needs someone.
© Nicole B., Newcastle, WA
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This is the first poem of my senior year, written moments after I didn't comfort a friend who was clearly in need.