Pretending To Thrive

It’s my obligation
To carry this weight
A communal station
I haul the freight

I tote it around
Day in and day out
It’s why I’m so down
Emotions are stout

Others don’t care
As they sprinkle their vibes
On empaths like me
Pretending to thrive
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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