Challenge
Prose Challenge of the Week #37: Write a piece of poetry or prose inspired by or using the following word: Manifest. The winner will be chosen based on a number of criteria, this includes: fire, form, and creative edge. Number of reads, bookmarks, and shares will also be taken into consideration. The winner will receive $100. When sharing to Twitter, please use the hashtag #ProseChallenge
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Manifest destiny
The arc of the sun
Red with natives blood.
A red ribbon, a vein,
Thomas Jefferson cut.
Leading down through Louisiana.
A black line on the map,
Trailed by slaves.
Ah America -
Land of the free and the brave.