Mr Elephant

There is something in the room
He sits between me and you

Stronger he grows, more vocal by the day
Our well-worn words tangle into grey

Try not to peek, take him for real
We're not sure his purpose is to heal

Ah ha! Deny you I can't
I finally see you…

Mr. Elephant
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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July 9, 2016 at 2:00 AM
Theresa Johnston, nicely penned. Enjoyed reading your thoughts and words today. Love ~SKAT~
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