Between the Two of You

You're here, but you are not here
He's here, but he is not here
He occupies my mind and thought
You sit and occupy space

He's here, but he is not here,
You're here, but you are not here,
You require my energy,
He requires my time,
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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De Beaulieu Avatar
May 5, 2018 at 6:10 PM
Hello Shawn, sometimes you can be with someone,yet you can be alone.Like on one occupies the space. have a nice evening my friend.
Oussifi Avatar
May 9, 2018 at 7:57 PM
Hi there, I couldn't agree more with your comment. I know the feeling all too well.
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