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Soft Promises

This smile hides the pain
that comes with everyday life.
These eyes tell a story
that I wish was a lie.

I want to go where the grass is greener,
even if it’s just across the street.
I want to go where I can be happy—
even if it means leaving everything.

I want to walk through wildflowers
with your hand in mine.
I want to be the sunshine
on your darkest nights.

I can’t promise
I’ll be worth your time—
but I swear,
every day,
I’ll try.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2012




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Date: 3/14/2012 7:38:00 PM
Well-written poem, I enjoyed reading it.
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