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Rochelle, can you remember
when we used to go to Grandma's house?
The birds surrounding the steps waiting for pieces
   of bread.
The shallow fall breeze moved leaves across the
   lawn.
I felt like an escaped convict.
A flock of pigeons surrounded us.
I remember birds from a place somewhere
in the past. They remind me of how it used to be.
A cool breeze froze the moment
as the birds silently ate.
From the flock one suddenly snatched a piece of
   bread.
It's gray and white wings releasing
a vibrant whistle as he flew away.
Byron Anderson
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