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The Lady

The image shows a page of text with most words heavily obscured by charcoal shading, leaving only select words and phrases visible. These visible words form a new poetic message against the darkened background. The shading depicts a gender neutral figure in a dress, hands on hips, from the neck down to ankles.

By Lily “Minty” Mintz

The Lady

the lady
she is
plain
in black
her
Hair
flying long
perfect

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