Bad memories
Bad memories are like
Deep wounds; painful,
agonizing, depressing,
Bad memories hurt
In odd places, at odd times
Unannounced, unforgiving
Bad memories are dormant
Like the Maura Kea or Kilimanjaro
Erupting announced
Molten lava trickles
Causing havoc
Leaving ashes behind
Scars remain: red, black, blue, orange
embers of raging fire
hatred, jealousy, competition
And broken love.
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