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Printed from https://www.writing.com/main/books/item_id/2316158-Eight-line-Poems-2/day/1-7-2026
Rated: 13+ · Book · Writing · #2316158

The second of my collections of poems written for "Express It In Eight."

As usual these days, I choose blog format because it offers more space for the work.
January 7, 2026 at 10:48am
January 7, 2026 at 10:48am
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Hands

The hands of age
worn by the years
turning the page
beyond all fears

Burdened by care
lined by labour
thus frayed and wear
badge of honour.



Line count: 8
Rhymed abab
For Express It In Eight, 01.07.26
Prompt: Write a poem about hands.


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