Fear

It builds up inside
The raging flame
Emitting its fumes
All at once it burns
Total destruction

Without escape
Flailing about
Encapsulate
All of the hate

Try and try
It's futile
I lose

None can
forget

Fear
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Alldredge Avatar
February 24, 2010 at 10:01 AM
Very well put Dexter. Thank you for your comments on my work.
Palli Avatar
February 16, 2010 at 4:00 AM
well described
Nutter Avatar
February 16, 2010 at 2:48 AM
Excellent portrayal of the emotions fear brings.
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