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The tether that once held me - that used to gently, yet violently, pull me back... is missing

I fear I’ve strayed so far or have stepped so lightly on my path that it is nothing, and no longer mine

I feel discontent and wandering

I’ve placed myself in the bosom of modernity and cannot satiate my hunger

All of the imperfections I worked to put away are my only comfort

I simply cannot change who I am

It’s been decided. I’m not asserting fate, nor circumstance, nor lack of will. Simply, I have not found success in my efforts

Deep down, I am a wolf. And, I’m trying to convince myself I could be happy as a sheep.

I’m not here for blind adherence. Even if that were my lesson - I cannot tame my spirit.

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Tried and True
Date: Tuesday, 2nd July 2019 @ 01:18:38 PM AEST
Topic: Sad Poetry

Contributed By: Odessa19
I fear I’ve lost myself

The tether that once held me - that used to gently, yet violently, pull me back... is missing

I fear I’ve strayed so far or have stepped so lightly on my path that it is nothing, and no longer mine

I feel discontent and wandering

I’ve placed myself in the bosom of modernity and cannot satiate my hunger

All of the imperfections I worked to put away are my only comfort

I simply cannot change who I am

It’s been decided. I’m not asserting fate, nor circumstance, nor lack of will. Simply, I have not found success in my efforts

Deep down, I am a wolf. And, I’m trying to convince myself I could be happy as a sheep.

I’m not here for blind adherence. Even if that were my lesson - I cannot tame my spirit.

What’s old is new.

This poem is Copyright © Odessa19


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