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She’s afraid of reopening old wounds. Scared of feeling the burns beneath her skin. She’d rather feel consciously numb than ever have to confess her self-reflections, because she’s afraid rejection will leave her lifelessly alone.

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natashapietrobuono

25 / F / Australia

For You?

Written by

natashapietrobuono

25 / F / Australia

Published: Jan 12, 2021
LinesWords: 1435

Tags: #wounds #saddness #afraid #terror #skin #lifeless

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