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The theory of evolution

by the ghosts of species past

By Joe O’ConnorPublished 2 years ago 1 min read
The theory of evolution
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E ndangered, and increasingly so.

C hildren collaged our photos into school books with a thick title at the top.

L ively and abundant we once were, dare I say thriving, before

I gnorant assumptions about our resiliency

P ushed us to the point that nobody experienced can enlighten you about.

S ilent, was our overshadowing, as were our surpassers.

E xtinct.

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Joe O’Connor

New Zealander

English teacher

Short stories and poems📚

Please be honest- I would love your constructive feedback, as it's the only way I'll get better. Would rather it was pointed out so I can improve!

Currently writing James The Wonderer

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