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I ran away down the track
Gunning, straight down the middle
Running, from all that I lack

I became cunning, one step ahead
Always shunning, choosing me instead
Lungs exploding, push myself longer
What doesn't kill me makes me stronger

No ribbons, no medals, just deep-seated fears
Running on empty, just hoping the smoke clears
Burning rubber, chasing, racing through the years
Plow past the finish line, not stopping for cheers

Man, I'm getting tired from the chase
Can someone please just stop this race?
Not built to win, but hope to place
**** it, I'm gone, without a trace.

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Chasing the Finish Line

Contributed by hauntedscorp on Tuesday, 11th March 2014 @ 11:22:48 AM in AEST
Topic: Lifepoems

From the time I was little
I ran away down the track
Gunning, straight down the middle
Running, from all that I lack

I became cunning, one step ahead
Always shunning, choosing me instead
Lungs exploding, push myself longer
What doesn't kill me makes me stronger

No ribbons, no medals, just deep-seated fears
Running on empty, just hoping the smoke clears
Burning rubber, chasing, racing through the years
Plow past the finish line, not stopping for cheers

Man, I'm getting tired from the chase
Can someone please just stop this race?
Not built to win, but hope to place
**** it, I'm gone, without a trace.

Copyright © hauntedscorp ... [ 2014-03-11 11:22:48]
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Re: Chasing the Finish Line (User Rating: 1 )
by Former_Member on Tuesday, 11th March 2014 @ 01:20:25 PM AEST
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I be lovin' that title!

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Life is a struggle at times but there are also blessings that keep us strong. Whether we believe in God or not, I know this to be true and I think you do too.

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Keep writin', keep truckin'!

Re: Chasing the Finish Line (User Rating: 1 )
by Breezy on Saturday, 15th March 2014 @ 12:04:00 PM AEST
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Damn, Scorpy.
Just ..... damn!!

This is so intense and powerful and r e a l

And holy hell, do I relate. I am overwhelmed with paranoia, anxiety and even nostalgia.
But, it's so comforting to realize that others struggle with similar everyday, real-life fears,
you know? It somehow allows us to see with more clarity. Thank you for this, my sweet,
dear friend. I love it!

~ Breezy
^_^

Re: Chasing the Finish Line (User Rating: 1 )
by Jigget on Thursday, 20th March 2014 @ 08:01:56 PM AEST
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i can relate. this reminds me of a poem i've got called 'second place in a one-man race'... it seems you know, though, that Life Always Shines...(eventually)

Re: Chasing the Finish Line (User Rating: 1 )
by ladyfawn on Saturday, 10th May 2014 @ 01:05:18 PM AEST
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you must be really in shape by now lol, seriously
i love this poem, its exciting, flowing, breathtaking,
and brilliant! first place my friend,

hugs n' love nessa

Re: Chasing the Finish Line (User Rating: 1 )
by deadreckoning1983 on Monday, 10th November 2014 @ 04:28:11 AM AEST
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Goosebumps!!!! that last line was the clencher. You are so talented and this poem just proves it over again. I know this comes from life experience and thanks for sharing

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