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Shame is the shawl of Pink
In which we wrap the Soul
To keep it from infesting Eyes—
The elemental Veil
Which helpless Nature drops
When pushed upon a scene
Repugnant to her probity—
Shame is the tint divine.

Edited by Peter Carter

Added: 2 Apr 2003 | Last Read: 2 Dec 2008 2:12 AM | Viewed: 4938 times

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