When Silence Became You
Some hearts echo louder when no one listens.
I hear your laugh in walls so bare,
Like ghosted whispers in the air.
The bed is made, the light is dim,
But still, I drown where you used to swim.
The clock forgets to count the pain,
It ticks but never speaks your name.
The shadows stretch where once you stood,
A trace of love misunderstood.
I call it peace, but it’s not true—
Just silence now that became you.
Tags: heartbreak, lost-love, emotional-poetry, grief, relationships
Cover Image Idea: A dimly lit room with one side of the bed empty, the light falling softly on the untouched pillow.
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Mahmood Afridi
I write about the quiet moments we often overlook — healing, self-growth, and the beauty hidden in everyday life. If you've ever felt lost in the noise, my words are a pause. Let's find meaning in the stillness, together.
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