The glory of the garden lies in more than meets the eye.
RUDYARD KIPLING
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Clasp me in your warm embrace, let me feel the love your eyes so boldly promise.
Alma-May NoaAlma-May Noa I learned to play with the monsters under my bed. I gave angel wings to the demons in my head. I asked the voices in my mind to sing sweet lullabies and finally, I found the love and fire in my own eyes.
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Shelby CaudleShelby Caudle And just like that, he took my hands, looked me in the eyes, and told me that I was all he ever dreamed of. What he’s always been waiting for.
Norah RoseNorah Rose Your eyes hold stars this world doesn’t know about yet, show them.
Leon MarshLeon Marsh The sensation of the sunshine sparkles my eyelids from time to time.
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Eleni SophiaEleni Sophia I found peace in your eyes and calmness in your arms.
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