Just Out of Reach

A "Blue" Haiku

By M.J. CarlockPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read

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Distance pinches me;

Streams carve paths along my cheeks—

Tomorrow lingers.

heartbreak sad poetry

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M.J. Carlock

I find that words are powerful; regardless of their form, they carry influence over our lives, and we must wield their power with both wisdom and heart.

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