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How do you feel

How Do You Feel

How do you feel anger,
when you won't allow it to feed?
You don't attempt to digest it,
give yourself the release you need.

How do you feel joy,
when only hollowness prevails?
Existing is what you do,
when life for you has failed.

How do you socialize,
when alone is all you need?
when behind the doors is safe,
no interaction is now your creed.

How do you feel anything,
when its all been stripped away?
Placed somewhere deep inside,
away from the light of day.

How do you explain all this,
to those that walk not your path?
When to them it is so easy,
to feel, live and laugh.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Lampkin Avatar
October 31, 2011 at 7:36 PM
This is very relatable to those who understand what you have penned. The last verse speaks volume.
Culverhouse Avatar
October 29, 2011 at 9:11 AM
emotions are all over the place.....we really need friends to help us laugh and cry to get over our hurts.
John Avatar
October 29, 2011 at 7:19 AM
JUST THE WAY AM FEELING NOW...GREAT POEM,LOVE
Edwards Avatar
October 28, 2011 at 11:21 PM
Its when you feel so a lone in a crowded room..such a touching poem Paula x0x
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