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Resilience

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By Colleen WaltersPublished about a year ago 1 min read

My tears drowned the sea

when I watched that same movie

because I was him.

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It was the hardest

place I ever stood alone

It's just a movie

HaikuStream of ConsciousnessFriendship

About the Creator

Colleen Walters

Just a girl who likes to write poems, usually inspired by events and people in my Florida life.. Always be you, because you are awesome. You matter. You are enough.. ❤️

You can find me also on Facebook & Messenger and Discord

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  • Anna about a year ago

    Wonderful! :)

  • L.I.Eabout a year ago

    Short and beautiful with strong emotion. Wonderful poem.

  • Shirley Belkabout a year ago

    Beautiful poem and picture

  • Komalabout a year ago

    Short and powerful! Your lines pack a punch, showing how deeply we can connect with stories. That last line is a great twist, making it all the more poignant. 😍✨

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