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JoeStrickland
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I'm an unpublished forklift operator by night, and a day drinker by choice. I took an interest in poetry as a teenager, but have just now in my mid 30s decided to try and publish and put my work out there. I can be followed on Twitter @JoeStricklandSC

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Monsters Our greatest fears arise From the darkness of our soul, The wickedness within us That we can't restrain. We see monsters in the night But it's our own kind Whose deeds give us horror Their madness and crimes. We proclaim to be civilized ... – *by Joe Strickland*	0 Views added 10 hours ago		Rating
The Often Times Nature Of Love Love, A tempestuous force of nature, Akin to the ocean's waves, A volatile entity that we cling to, A frenzied passion that shackles. It starts as a flicker, A spark of attraction, A desire that ignites within, A wild fire of interaction. ... – *by Joe Strickland*	3 Views added 11 hours ago		Rating
Illusions We're all chasing illusions, Hoping to catch the slippery dreams That dance before our eyes, Elusive and tantalizing. We lovers, dreamers, and artists Are particularly susceptible To the glamorous call of the illusion, The promise of... – *by Joe Strickland*	3 Views added 11 hours ago		Rating
Wilderness In the wilderness, there is no noise But the rustling of leaves, the gentle breeze The twittering birds and the buzzing bees Here, we leave behind the world’s joys The trees tower above, touching the sky. Their branches a sanctuary ... – *by Joe Strickland*	1 View added 12 hours ago		Rating
Lighthouse Silent sentinel of the sea, the lighthouse on Hunting Island stands tall and strong, a beacon that guides ships home. Its light pierces through the darkness, casting a glow that soothes the soul, giving hope to weary travelers, and a sense... – *by Joe Strickland*	3 Views added 12 hours ago		Rating

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	This is absolutely beautifully written. You've definitely gotta publish a poetry book 4 days ago	View
	Both sad and beautiful at the same time. Great work 6 days ago	View
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	That is beautiful. My favorite of yours yet. 7 days ago	View
	I think we all just have a kindred process of thinking 9 days ago	View
	I've been looking forward to reading this. That's a beautiful story that's very lovely written. You did a fantastic job! 9 days ago	View
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