Solitude

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I went for a walk not far from my home,

but just far enough to be all alone.

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I swiftly uncover the soundlessness of peace;

no desire to return, no will to surcease.

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The wind and the sounds of wildlife around

dug into my conscience, burning it to the ground.

No fear, no remorse, no judgment on me;

no sadness to waste, no pain's devotee.

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I was connected to all of the trees,

and they told me stories I couldn't believe.

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My self-esteem matured and grew

in outlandish ways that I never knew.

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The wind and the sounds of wildlife around

dug into my conscience, burning it to the ground.

No fear, no remorse, no judgment on me;

no sadness to waste, no pain's devotee.

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I went for a walk not far from my home,

and after I walked back, I was never alone.