The One

I had lived for you
But cried for many
Perilous love I can’t
Discern or discover 
Heartfelt sanctions 
Dissipated in air
You so clever
No track or
Treasure 
Heartless disregard
My empty soul
Wanting breathless
Only you the key
To unlock my heart 
I await your loveless
Want
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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December 27, 2023 at 12:22 PM
You have expressed this brilliantly...
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December 27, 2023 at 5:56 PM
Thank you very much SO.
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