War cries deep within my mind
Surfacing the battle, begging to confine
Them versus me
A family, what they see
Boundaries snapped beyond repair
Expectations of success accumulate despair
Stripped of value, as if anyone cared
Experiencing reality, consistently compared
Life is a journey, set to be free
Amazing adventures, happiness as the prize
Respect must be earned, never just given
Why, then, am I the one left unforgiven?
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Emmie Falbo
Just living my life one chapter at a time! Inspired by the world with the intention to give it right back. I love creating realms from my imagination for others to interpret in their own way! When I am not here, you can find me reading♡
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Wonderful✨ Beautifully written 👏
Somber and haunting. Good poem.