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Drowning

Drawn into a darkness of peace

An overwhelming sense of caution

There is in the mind much despair

But the heart is searching for healing

 

Not knowing where it comes from

This demon inside is drowning hope

While taking away the breath of joy

Feeling smothered in a pit of gloom

 

How does one overcome the unknown

The shadow of darkness as a friend

That has created chaos, a gift with a smile

Sinking deeper than comes escape

 

Physical pain being a reality

The screams that are being screamed inside

No one looks in the eyes to hear

 

 

*Medicate

Drink to escape

Medicate

Drink to escape*

 

 

Still the day comes once again

It starts over and over and over.............

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a-michaelle-yarbrough
American
Published
Nov 15, 2012
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