The Path Downhill

Wind was chilly,
The path downhill.

Night was still,
Her eyes were filled.

Dim rays of lampposts,
Rays of resilience.

Through the darkness,
They pierced.

Guiding her slowly,
The path downhill.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Stebbings Avatar
May 29, 2016 at 4:42 AM
Well written sad and thought provoking piece, Julia. Barry.
Ho Avatar
May 29, 2016 at 5:28 AM
Thank you! :)
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