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Something Old, Something New.

New Faces, Old Worries.

By Cathy (Christine Acheini) Ben-Ameh.Published 8 months ago Updated 8 months ago 1 min read

I meet new people every day,

Their smiles feel warm, they seem okay.

We talk about the things we like,

And for a moment, things feel right.

But in the back of my mind, I wonder,

Will they stay or drift like summer?

Will we fade like old memories,

Or hold on, like roots to trees?

I laugh with them, I share my time,

But still, I’m nervous, feeling like

They might be gone before I know,

Like friends from long ago.

I want to believe these moments last,

But the future comes too fast.

Will they stick around, or just drift by?

It’s hard to know, and harder to try.

Still, I hope they’ll stay a while,

Even if just for a mile.

Because, for now, I’ll take the chance—

To meet, to talk, and maybe dance.

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About the Creator

Cathy (Christine Acheini) Ben-Ameh.

https://linktr.ee/cathybenameh

Passionate blogger sharing insights on lifestyle, music and personal growth.

⭐Shortlisted on The Creative Future Writers Awards 2025.

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  • Rohitha Lanka8 months ago

    Awesome!!!

  • Mother Combs8 months ago

    🩷

  • Tim Carmichael8 months ago

    Beautifully written!

  • Antoni De'Leon8 months ago

    Love the last line a lot.

  • Nikita Angel8 months ago

    Very nice

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