My newest poem:
Alarm
I set us up for failure
Made him into a thief
What was meant for two
I gave to three
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I never liked alarms
They are always so brash
Jolt you from sleepy confusion
A false peace that never lasts
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Our first anniversary
Magic, vivid and strong
We became cursory
We snoozed too long
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Though they were your kisses
I still gave them to him
All of our hugs, touches, glances
Hidden, buried, lost in his
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I never liked alarms
They are always so brash
Jolt you from sleepy confusion
A false peace that never lasts
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But what I hate most about alarms
Is that I needed one with you
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I hope everyone is having a splendiferous summer!
Ashley Kirtman 