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Captive

Captive

Locked in your shadow
Rigid as a board
Twisted in the dark
Eyes fixed and insane
Arms like heavy chains
Captive in a haze

Copyright © Heather Mcghee | Year Posted 2026

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Date: 4/9/2026 8:10:00 AM

This is so good, congratulations
Date: 4/8/2026 2:13:00 PM

Heather, beautifully penned and congratulations on your placement ~
Date: 4/8/2026 1:29:00 PM

Yes!! This really shows that trapped feeling. Congrats
Date: 3/29/2026 7:19:00 AM

Such a haunting piece- love it!

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