Hanging by a thread
Shackled by expectations
Yearning to break free
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I realize this is an extremely ‘Americanized’ outlook on a culture we here do not truly understand. However, it is meant to show that all people need to be free to express their inner light beyond the expectations of others. No offense is intended.
About the Creator
Andrew C McDonald
Andrew McDonald was a 911 dispatcher for 30 yrs with a B.S. in Math (1985). He served as an Army officer 1985 to 1992, honorably exiting a captain.
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I don't think anyone would take offense at this. Loved your poem!