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Ambivalence

-that deeply awkward moment you feel like a silly rabbit who is tricked easily like a fool, but has to be left in the cold by the person that they thought cared for them.

By Melissa IngoldsbyPublished 2 years ago 1 min read
Ambivalence
Photo by Mario Azzi on Unsplash

Long bouts, cold shoulder

Like winter, you froze my heart

Silly rabbit, tricks

sad poetry

About the Creator

Melissa Ingoldsby

My work:

Patheos,

The Job, The Space Between Us, Green,

The Unlikely Bounty, Straight Love, The Heart Factory, The Half Paper Moon, I am Bexley and Atonement by JMS Books

Silent Bites by Eukalypto

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Outstanding

Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!

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  • ThatWriterWoman2 years ago

    This poem is packed full of atmosphere! 'like winter, you froze my heart' acts as a brilliant anchor to the reader, providing just enough narrative to make the other lines have an impact! Masterfully done!

  • ...are for kids, not romance or any kind of mature relationship.

  • Sadly, I'm that rabbit. Your poem resonated so deeply with me. Well done Merly!

  • Dana Crandell2 years ago

    Trix are for kids. Good one, Melissa!

  • Manisha Dhalani2 years ago

    You never know!

  • 🐇 tricks are for youngsters…😆🥹👻

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