Jealousy

The twist of a knife
A gut-wrenching squeeze in your chest
Anger
Sadness
Hope

You don't want to let go

Observing every little thing
But it's just…
Out of reach

You try to catch up
But no matter how much you 
Imitate 
Or protect

You'll always be 
One. step. behind.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Smith nee Howarth Avatar
July 24, 2026 at 6:34 PM
Is it the realisation of loss we create a shell called jealousy to protect what is hurt?
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