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It's curtains for me


You don't really get to see

what happens behind these scenes

The shifting of bags

the scuttling of feet

powders, balms, lights, and cues

remembering to stand on the tape

meeting your gaze

but I'm glad you enjoyed the show.

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jaxtheherobunny
<p>This is absolutely beautiful.</p>

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