The Paradox In The Thoracic Cavity
Joe Strickland 1986 (Hobbysville, SC)
The heart,
A puzzle,
A labyrinth of desires,
A confounding maze
Of contradictions,
Seeking solace
In another's gaze,
Yearning for connection,
Yet fearing vulnerability,
Aching for love,
And afraid
Of the pain it brings.
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Written on July 14, 2023
Submitted by JoeStrickland on July 14, 2023
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Words | 47 |
Stanzas | 1 |
Stanza Lengths | 12 |
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