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I escaped their eyes, for my disguise was seen through All is lost, despair in the air, craving for peace My never-ending thoughts of wonder, I whisper, "Allow them to cut, I need to rest." I want to care for others! I roar, I'm sprinting back to your letter My dearest, the solution is out of reach, forcing shards away from a broken mirror Within the jar, our rose waning in color, losing hope as the ticking hand gets closer Within the castle's shadowed walls, last flickering valor, confronting the hunters banging down the door I'll never conform, despite their anger Magically transport me to where time stands still, I'll rest in limbo knowing I haven't caused harm to the hostile onlooker There is no other way, I won't go down without a fight Repair me, Bella, put me back together We can outlast their words of torment, dancing the corridors till morning's light. Maybe all is in vain, is this my last night? You made me drop my mask, willingly Thank you for your kindness, with your utmost beauty Whether this fairy tale continues, I know wholeheartedly That it has, at least, become beyond my control to keep being the beast. So let me bid farewell with your grace, I shall allow myself to get struck down, knowing they'll feel right, that you won't be by my side, and that I have no place.

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Date: 6/7/2024 11:34:00 PM
This is such a profound, powerful and equally moving write Lee. I love the reference to ‘ Beauty And The Beast’ and the picture pairs perfectly with the poem. There is such sadness here written within your well written poetic lines and the sense of resignation to fate. It’s captivating and atmospheric. You are a great storyteller and it shows here. You have a good voice for narration. If you slow it down a little, it will have even more wonderful impact as it will give the reader/ listener
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Lee Norton
Date: 6/8/2024 12:21:00 AM
A wonderful comment, such a pleasure to read. I appreciate your suggestion about slowing down the narration I'll definitely keep that in mind from now on. :)) Means a great deal, thank you ever so much.
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Christina Bowring
Date: 6/7/2024 11:35:00 PM
more time to appreciate the words. You are a great poet Lee with such depth. I look forward to reading more of your poems. Have a great weekend. :)
Date: 5/30/2024 5:44:00 PM
When valor and courage - willing to stand for all you believe in without thought of retreat, so many brave warrior have felt this way. Personally I would rather them be cowards and still be here. Your words are stirring and I feel no trepidation, but it left me fired up and personally a little sad. Well done Lee
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Lee Norton
Date: 6/4/2024 9:09:00 AM
Thanking you Speaks :) xX

Book: Shattered Sighs