John O'Leary

"XXVII" from Sea, 2003
by John O'Leary (1953-2012) - "2. exorcise cat"

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Pearl

                                                                      My name is Pearl       

I'm a pearl of a girl

Thoughtful and calm

Never been a mom

Excuse me while I hurl.