The Lost Soul

The painted glass 
tarnished from seasons 
of a forgotten time
No longer glistens with illusions
of purpose to occupy the tainted mind
A glow once radiant  so vivid 
it was responsible for a thousand  smiles 
now appears pale 
blinded from darkness 
left unattended and wild.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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