Dilly dallying in the sun
In the corner of my eye
Someone standing in the shadows
Telling myself to keep being free, but I’m
Racing towards the figure
All I can see now is darkness
Can’t find the sunshine anymore
The piles of commitment are getting higher
It wasn’t someone in the shadows, but
Our reality telling me
Now is the time to come back from day dreaming
About the Creator
Rich Burton
I’m a mom with crazy boys and I love to be outside playing with them! Whether it’s skiing, climbing, hiking, or playing tag at the park we’re there!
I’ve loved reading and writing my whole life and want to share my enthusiasm with everyone!
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