Weapons

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Words wielded by a bitter tongue
lash against your heart and leave
open wounds. Every time

I regret the attack. And yet,
I cannot stop. I am heady
with the power of my weapons.

You fall victim with the rest.

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Linda DiMeo Lowman

Writer, feminist, political rabble-rouser, recovering Catholic and alcoholic, pet lover and chocolate aficionado.