Debted Bliss

Buying my
anonymity
each day
 is costing more

The mortgage
on new moments
signed in blood
 their payment sure

In plain sight
hides my essence
for as long
as I can pay

In debted
bliss
my soul is pledged
— to go from day to day

(The New Room: August, 2026)
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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