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Nightmares

A few lines I've carried for a long time. Maybe someone else has too.

By Owl HunterPublished 9 months ago 1 min read

I still wake at 4am every night

With the hands of a thunderstorm

Firm against my back.

Will my skin

Ever forget you?

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