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Royal Pisces      In the depths of the cosmic sea, a celestial dance takes flight,     Where dreams and sorrows merge, embraced by ethereal light. Pisces, an enchanting constellation, dwells with gentle grace, A symbol of empathy, of mystic depths we trace. Born of water's essence, a soul so deeply attuned, Pisces wanders in imagination, where reality is pruned. Navigating currents unseen, a bridge between two realms, They swim amidst the tides, where destinies are overwhelmed. Their eyes reflect the wisdom of the ancient tales they keep, Secrets whispered by the stars, in the ink of twilight's sleep. Embracing vulnerability, they feel the pain of the collective cry, Absorbing the sorrows of the world, with tender hearts they try. A symphony of empathy, their compassion knows no bounds, As they weave love's tapestry, in whispers without sound. Healing wounds with a gentle touch,their words a balm of solace, Pisces, blessed with empathy, is a refuge in life's pal...

The Dark And Milky Way Chocolate A Poem by Illustrious da Poet

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Poetic Art by Illustrious Da Poet23 Whose chocolate is that? I think I know. Its owner is quite happy though. Full of joy like a vivid rainbow, I watch her laugh. I cry hello. She gives her chocolate a shake, And laughs until her belly aches. The only other sound's the break, Of distant waves and birds awake. The chocolate is dark, milky, and deep, But she has promises to keep, After cake and lots of sleep. Sweet dreams come to her cheap. She rises from her gentle bed, With thoughts of kittens in her head, She eats her jam with lots of bread. Ready for the day ahead.

The History and Significance of Plaçage in French and Spanish Slave Colonies

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Poetic Art By Illustrious Da Poet Cher Quadroon Poem by Illustrious Da Poet In the French and Spanish slave colonies of North America, including the Caribbean, a unique extralegal system called plaçage emerged. Plaçage involved civil unions between ethnic European men and women of African, Native American, and mixed-race descent. Although these relationships were not legally recognized as marriages, they held significant social and economic importance. This article explores the history and significance of plaçage, shedding light on its development, practices, and impact on the free people of color. Origins of Plaçage The roots of plaçage can be traced back to the early colonial periods in French and Spanish slave colonies. These regions were predominantly populated by European men due to the shortage of European women at the time. Male explorers, colonists, and soldiers sought companionship with Native American women, free women of color, and enslaved Africans. However, due to the h...