Above I saw them circling,
Like storm clouds in the wind.
Blackening a brighter day
And chiming minor tunes.
The ravens drowned a little girl.
Their wish held high above her own.
They cherished self-deceptive dreams
And beat her out of peace.
They condemned her to lie
While they condemned her to live
While they forced her to fake a smile
And destroyed a pleasant mind.
I knew her well and always kept her close.
I knew she would one day fall.
But every day I hold her closer
And smile as another raven falls.
I know she's finally waking,
Unlike all the times she's tried.
She's raising above the weakening influence
And finally feeling good enough,
strong enough,
Peaceful again.
Author notes
This is how I used to view myself and how I'm starting to view myself.
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i dont even know what to say other then that was truly beautiful. You really pulled at my heartstrings. I am glad you are picking up the pieces. I wish you luck in your life.
Rose
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