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The Saving of You

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By Colleen WaltersPublished about a year ago Updated about a year ago 1 min read

You’re so innocent.

I just want to protect you

from the ones who steal

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your own wants, desires,

your joy, your peace, hopes and dreams

under the guise of “love”.

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Spell binding, blinding,

broadsiding, biding their time,

triggers call you back.

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They’re casting your dye

Adroitly meek and gentle

as kindred spirit.

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But what you don’t know

can, and will, disfigure you

In rhythmic tempest.

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Advantage taken.

Trusting , thrusting, garden spurned

pleasures meant to steal.

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Born of wicked will

beget wicked every time

but there’s an escape.

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The one who’s been sent

holds the key to see you free,

retracing your steps.

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Awkward or painful

The path in is the path out

to erase footprints.

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A new beginning,

a rebirth of heart and mind,

body and soul healed.

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Reach for your journey,

It’s all right there waiting for you.

The power of three.

HaikuStream of Consciousness

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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  • Rowan Finley about a year ago

    This is very profound! ❤️🎶love it

  • Shirley Belkabout a year ago

    Beautiful and profound!

  • L.I.Eabout a year ago

    Excellent poem. Love the flow of it as well. It was so deep and heartfelt.

  • Joe Pattersonabout a year ago

    Nice work.

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