Drifting

There is a constant fear of being forgotten. 
Fear so strong that if I close my eyes just 
for a moment,  I might lose myself entirely 
to the unworldly chaos, I try to escape. 
I long too much and crave the vivacity 
of human touch. 

 and they wonder as to why I don't 
sleep at night.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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July 22, 2018 at 10:44 PM
Is it so bad to long for tough.. I certainly don't think so!!
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