Miss (4)

You're cruel
diligently slapping in silence
tearing promises
and forcing the stars to shine
I'm sorry; I'm enslaved by longing.

Atambua, March 12, 2026
Copyright © | Year Posted 2026

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Van De Linder Avatar
July 11, 2026 at 11:35 PM
"and forcing the stars to shine"—I really love this line—great little poem.
Kiik Avatar
July 12, 2026 at 12:31 AM
Thank you for taking the time to read this poem and share your thoughts. Greetings.
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