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Finally Looking Up


I woke up this morning My eyes swollen from crying myself to sleep Why didn't I walk up the hill Knock on the dark, lonely door My thoughts rushed in Hands shook like they were freezing Head pounding, I walked away Today is a new day So I walked outside In the rain Back to the dunes I went up to the door and knocked Of course, no one answered I sighed but slipped my letter under the door 'To whoever lives lonely up here, Hi. I live lonely too. I know that you are lonely because you're alone, But I am lonely and surrounded by people So please, pay a visit at your own time. At least write back.' I didn't sign it I didn't leave an address But I walked away hoping I never went back home Eventually, one massive castle door opened And I saw a ghost white face inside Beckoned me in with a single word and a half smile "Hi."
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I am a student in a rural Midwest town. I hope someday to be a lawyer or a psychologist. Remember to always live life to the fullest because you never know where life will take you. Be the light! Leave a comment if my poem meant something to you☀

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rose345
Thank you! This means so much to me.
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