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Girlfriend

Posted on February 12, 2024February 12, 2024 by Lucy Ton That

Girlfriend

Eyes above red ribs,

on the edge of acquaintance. 

Plastic cup; real body.

Two parts vodka, three parts Coke, &

Who taught you to kiss like that?

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