8.
A LOVE OF AGES
There are a few points of reference in every life.
Each one is vital.
Points segue, or they should. Smoothly.
Like a slipstream follows the path of least resistance.
Step only into the slipstream with which you are familiar.
Stay behind the guide that you trust.
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Romeo and Juliet fired the family Ides ago.
They left them with the gladiators and took a sabbatical.
It was called individuation, in parts.
In others, it was called Love.
Luckily the gladiators were into training.
They taught the family some values.
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Frankenstein’s monster killed Frankenstein’s bride. Why?
Because he begged the question.
I believe he got the right answer.
Ultimately, his bride did too.
Frankenstein met his death with a gasp of surprise.
I am not quite sure why.
C.J. Birch
