In Jail

Once more I pace this jail house floor
it's so frightening to be here.
It is filled with many memories
of hopelessness and fear.

My heart aches for my one true love
but she is far away.
I yearn to hold her close once more
and by her side to stay.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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