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The Edge of Expectations

Burning Me Like a Fire

By Lil'RosiePublished about a year ago 1 min read
Photo by NEOSiAM 2024+: https://www.pexels.com/photo/grayscale-portrait-of-woman-594421/

You said you’ve stopped expecting from me

How can you utter such words so free?

Every time, you place demands, you see

But am I not enough for you to be?

Why can’t you understand my strife

I try to bring you joy in life

Yet your words, like sharpened knife

Cut through my heart, causing endless strife.

I will move on, leave you behind

In my own dreamland, peace I’ll find.

My strength, my faith, my God, my mind

No one will stop me, love defined.

If another girl has caught your eye

Or if you simply wish to say goodbye

Speak your truth, let honesty fly

For in my heart, I’ll learn to rely.

heartbreaklove poemssocial commentaryStream of Consciousnesssad poetry

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Lil'Rosie

Power of words to Heal, Inspire, and Transform. With purpose, passion, and a profound commitment to Humanity. A passionate content writer and poet. With a keen eye for detail and a deep empathy for the Human Experience.

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Nice work

Very well written. Keep up the good work!

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  1. Excellent storytelling

    Original narrative & well developed characters

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  • Alyssa wilkshoreabout a year ago

    So heartbreaking

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