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Based upon classic heroes and heroes in my own life.

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The Sand-Man

By young_choose_life on Fri, 10 Dec 2010

Sand moves, making its way, falling with grace, building and ebbing, til it makes a face. Risen, strong, arms and legs rise, then collapse. Sand builds again, forms a chest.
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