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Hidden in Plain Sight

Invisible pain is the worst

By Cheryl E PrestonPublished about a month ago 1 min read
Hidden in Plain Sight
Photo by Paola Chaaya on Unsplash

Sadness looms

behind her downcast eyes

hiding her painful story

in plain sight

too often she's told

cheer up and smile

It can't be that bad

but actually it really is

sad poetry

About the Creator

Cheryl E Preston

Cheryl enjoys writing about current events, soap spoilers and baby boomer nostalgia. Tips are greatly appreciated.

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