Line Gauthier Poet Free verse

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The Pain Below the Surface

I see him
relentlessly busy
running in every which direction
scattered to the winds
anything to evade
the constant chatter of his mind



AP: 2nd place 2022, Honorable Mention 2025

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L Milton Hankins November 26, 2022 at 11:24 AM I have observed this, too, Line. Most often we cannot see what is going through another's mind, so we are confused by their behavior. Line Gauthier November 27, 2022 at 4:33 PM So true. Thanks, Milton ~

Sara Kendrick November 26, 2022 at 10:13 AM Wow!! What understanding of human nature you have. Thanks for sharing your insights with us and for dropping by my page. Sara Line Gauthier November 27, 2022 at 4:33 PM It's sad when we see people not addressing their issues ~ and actually kluiving in delusion ~ we can't do it for them, they have to decide to turn it around.

Unseeking Seeker November 26, 2022 at 8:27 AM Enjoyed your reflections Line. Here’s another view ~ Given that attachment is the cause, know that what’s transient, never was Line Gauthier November 26, 2022 at 8:46 AM It's unfortunate to see people suffer when they just need to step back and review their ways of viewing what is happening in their lives ~