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A Brand New Start

I packed my bags and headed straight to the nearest town,

My fate was held by merely my swift feet and the ground.

I knew I had to get away and now was my only chance

I walked down the path not looking back, not a single glance.

My mind raced with thoughts of what you'd do when you found out

I knew that you'd be angry, I knew that without a doubt.

But still I kept on walking,

Straight to that little town.

I didn't dare begin to think about turning around.

I arrived there faster that I thought, and what joy did fill my heart

I was that much closer to my dream, a dream of a brand new start.

I scurried to the station and held firmly to my pass

I thought about all those times, the times that were now my past

I would no longer have to hear the anger in your voice

No longer have to face the days where I didn't have a choice

I wouldn't have to hide behind sun glasses and long sleeves

And I wouldn't have to hurt inside while crying on my knees

And then I saw my future, so bright and full of life

I saw happiness and joy, no more bitterness or strife.

I grabbed my bags beside me and boarded my escape

Who knew a train could help you leave a very scary fate.

 

- Jamie

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Jun 15, 2012
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