The Bouquet
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Merry Christmas, Then
We put up new curtains–tablecloths, as well.
We changed cushion covers; the house started to smell
Of new things, including the linoleum.
As cakes baked in the oven, Mom started to hum.
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I Do Not Hate You
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What I Want This Year
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