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Thursday, October 13, 2011

Poem 362: Water Slide

“I’m ready,” I thought as I climbed into
this four-man inner tube
“It will be great,” we had exclaimed
and then were pushed away
Down through a tunnel with flashing lights
and music blaring loud
A sudden drop
A throat-filled scream
Water splashed on frightened me
Another scream came from beside
Mine swallowed in nervous thought
And then the end came bringing light
We sighed as if we’d won
Even after this heart-quick'ning ride
With adrenaline rushing wild
We didn't think to end, but turned

And got right back in line

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