Walking with shadows

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I seek no path, for my own calls me.
In the land of shadows, what worse fate can befall me.

I don't stop and turn around, even when I hear voices calling my name.
I don't want to think about where you are, lest all this turns out to be a game.

Forever and more the path winds on...like autumn leaves, my steps fall and rise.
I look ahead and see nought but darkness, and yet it serves as a much sought after prize.

I remember these ways, I walked them not so long ago...
my steps were lighter, the days were brighter and carelessly would I my laughter throw.

The pain is there, hidden but not bidden to leave.
It's there coz I want it to be...not to torture, but to serve...as a reminder how much I miss thee.

I won't falter, it's business as usual
I've got my game face on for a reason....
I'm not shielding myself against the world, I'm just hiding in plain sight
I can get away with that I know, coz everyone else is busy trying to fight the same fight.

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Maulshri Shukla said…
Beautiful Tammy! I love shadows, just because they make me feel like I'm not alone. Also, they are my perfect match! :)
April 18, 2011 at 10:10 AM
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