if only I could

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By Rowan Finley Published 2 days ago • 1 min read

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Vague

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Illusive

Protrusive

Confused

Soul-used

I honor

as best I can

Don't...

call me a yes-man

When I just

Strived

to hold the peace

Regret

you tasted

I'd snatch

the bitter

taste from your

pursed lips

if only I could

Stream of Consciousness sad poetry

About the Creator

Rowan Finley

Father. Academic Advisor. Musician. Writer. My real name is Jesse Balogh.

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Archery Owlabout 15 hours ago
I love the pacing here. The short lines really make every word feel heavy

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