‘learning to show you my bruises too’

sometimes it’s just one thing

that sends the insecure boy scrambling

for hidden meaning, for deeper meaning,

so scared you’ll say

it’s time for you to go home. 

sometimes the man smiles

while the boy stands in tears. 

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© Joseph A. Pinto

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Poetry served raw and unedited from the moment crafted.

The large majority of my poetry handcrafted from inside bars.

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'From My Front Steps,' 'Scotch and Scars' and 'A Distilled Spirit' poetry collections available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.

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