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Bite
At the core of an apple
as juice drips out.

Touch 
At the core of the earth
as you burn up.

Squeeze
At the core of my being

as my soul is crushed.

The core of a bowling ball 
is off-center

The weight allows it to curve.

The core of a hiker's bag 
is to the back

The weight rests against his spine.

The core of their eyes
is restless

The weight bores into mine