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Owned

(12 stories)

The boy who'd made it big was from Brampton. He'd owned Brampton; Brampton was proud. But when he shamed Brampton, they owned him. #130story

She walked the streets with purpose--like she owned them--knowing 'twas in her interest to act strong, confident, aware, fearless. #130story

Bill had only walked a mile but they were shot. Pre-owned almost as new, he judged shadygeezer987 with negative feedback.
#130story

Finance companies didn’t like him
Lone sharks moaned and groaned!
He hadn’t got much in this world
But what he had he owned!
#130story

All he owned
Were the clothes on his back
And the adventure in his heart
Barry picked the next flight
Due to depart
California
#130story

I dream of
a zephyr’s hot breath
parched grass
trees heavy with dusty leaves
your hand in mine and
swooping swall… https://t.co/EkQumQ14kH

For Sale

Large clock. Pre-owned. Needs work. Keeps good time. No sensible offer refused. (Buyer must collect.)… https://t.co/QSLH8PmCYH

#130story

Remember all you've owned
Know everything that you will own
No crime to want nice things
But be all for those who haven't grown

Owned” by PaulPJB, 10 Apr 18

Her life had turned into a prison, almost. She was monitored, controlled, and isolated. She longed to be free like… https://t.co/9vvCvpWyFy

Checking his finances
His pockets were getting thin
He didn’t back many horses
Only those that would win.
#130story

The man had been missing for a week. Where was he? If anyone knew, they had not owned up to it. No one had searched for him there. #130story

#130story

I'm owned by a Barry Smith
Claimed to saved me
From drunken accident
That's fine
Every month
I send him
My credit card statement

Owned” by PaulPJB, 10 Apr 18