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Protection
Learned survival
at early age
performance always
as if on stage
never flinch
dare not hesitate
it is our fear
they evaluate
assuming weakness
despite strength
uphold defences
to any length
forge a garrison
and insulate
preservation
we actuate
emotional locks
become a shield
from any weapon
chosen to wield
at early age
performance always
as if on stage
never flinch
dare not hesitate
it is our fear
they evaluate
assuming weakness
despite strength
uphold defences
to any length
forge a garrison
and insulate
preservation
we actuate
emotional locks
become a shield
from any weapon
chosen to wield
Published 23rd Aug 2018
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23rd Aug 2018 2:55pm
Really good work. Good thing to know how to protect yourself from the sharks of this world. But also, we should have people or a place where we can fully lay our guard down and be vulnerable, be human.
23rd Aug 2018 4:22pm
Thank you Inkerpoet. Very wise advice as willingness to be vulnerable is an honest measure of courage. Unfortunately this write is coming from a recent place of hurt and I am in protection mode. It’s lock and load at the moment. Lol. You taking the time to read and respond is much appreciated.
Mel
Mel
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23rd Aug 2018 4:42pm
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23rd Aug 2018 6:27pm
Very true indeed Bender. I often find mine needs protection.
Thank you for taking the time.
Bless
Mel
Thank you for taking the time.
Bless
Mel
21st Sep 2018 9:27pm
This one really resonates with me ... great short lines ... crisp line breaks ... flow and cadence are awesome ...
