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Lost in a Daze

 On Kensington Avenue, many lose their souls
 Drugs have consumed them, and they've lost control
 They are walking like zombies in search of a high
 They need one more 'hit' just to get by

 They seem to have passed the point of no return
 All hope seems lost, and their bridges burned
 They stay in a daze, under the drug's spell
 All that remains is just a shell

 It's an American city, yet it looks like the third world
 As the devastating effects of addiction before us unfurl
 Tears may be shed as the scene takes its toll
 On Kensington Avenue, where many lose their souls 
 

 

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025




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Date: 7/20/2025 11:26:00 PM
Great job with this one. I wrote mine days ago but had to post other poems faster! Some contests just fill up so dang fast!
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Date: 7/20/2025 1:22:00 PM
True to say “like zombies” - it was shocking in Atlantic City…needles not in haystacks but everywhere…a girl passed out in an abnormal position…so freaky and sad.
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Date: 7/12/2025 11:16:00 AM
Sad but thoughtful write, my friend
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Date: 7/10/2025 6:44:00 PM
I've seen the videos. So sadly true. Many are unaware for sure
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