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Rusting Away

My mind has all but left my head. Chest is filling with panic and dread Dried tears I cry all alone The cage I've created has become my home My soul is rusted,as the bars themselves My heart put up on the highest shelf My brain is pounding,my eyes can't see Is anyone in front of me Shoulders heavy with burdens I bare Feel like I'm dying from the lack of air

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016




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Date: 12/8/2019 7:06:00 AM
The wizard of oz comes to mind. You need the oil can so you can move, and all that the wizard gives, especially courage and wisdom.
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Date: 9/7/2018 6:25:00 PM
Excellent mood and imagery
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Date: 9/7/2018 5:51:00 PM
Intense and shortW poem. Suspect a lot of us have felt that way, well written with Rhyme!!! Hope though if this is personal you have found your heart and some fresh air. Good poem.
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Date: 9/7/2018 3:00:00 PM
Mourning a loss (whether physical or emotional) can turn your world upside down. Writing can help you work through it... I speak from experience.
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Date: 9/7/2018 12:16:00 PM
Poetry is really a great medium to channel emotions..
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Date: 8/24/2016 12:13:00 PM
A great interpretation of feelings of despair, loneliness and depression.
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Date: 8/3/2016 1:00:00 AM
Well said, Jessica.... skat
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Date: 8/2/2016 8:05:00 PM
such a sad write, makes you think
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