Lost Words
Trembling with fear
In the depth of night
But no "I'm scared"
Was ever in sight
Mind dizzyingly racing
In the wake of day
But "I'm anxious"
I dared not say
Weight of the world
On my chest
"I'm worried" was not
Uttered to the rest
Spiteful daggers
Pierced my skin
While the "I'm hurt"
Remained within
Empty promises
Suffocated with blame
"I'm angry" lost,
Replaced with shame
Achievements abundant
With fear, I leapt
The "I'm proud"
Inside I kept
Efforts unrecognised
Or simply ignored
Saying "I'm disappointed"
I could not afford
Unsure and confused
Blurred direction
Yet no "I'm lost" or
Communal reflection
Starry nights
Lost in an embrace
But even "I'm happy"
Was a hidden case
So many words crushing
This heart of mine
So they could soar freely
Hearing "I'm fine"
Copyright © Khristina Moyer | Year Posted 2023
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