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[bumblebee-poetry]

I was once filled with words,

Overflowing with passion.

One by one, those were stolen,

Ripped away by people who should have cared

But didn’t.

I was just beginning to refill

Relearning to speak

Removing the shade protecting my soul.

But it isn't time, yet.

So I'll put the shade back,

I'll keep my words

Because still that love of life falls on deaf ears.

I'm too tired to shine so bright only to be turned away from

[bumblebee-poetry]

[bumblebee-poetry]

I died a long time ago

No, dont be sad

I know im not

Why?

Because death doesn't have to mean the end

Death can signify change

So I embrace my death

Because the me you see today?

Is changed from that person you knew

And I like them so much better

[bumblebee-poetry]

For so long, my life was muted

Dull colors sitting at the peripheral

After all, what use is hue when you're only allowed shades of blacks and grays?

But I am free of shadows, and more lost for it

What am I to do with this new light when its blinding me?

How do I process colors that pain me to see?

They say the world is a symphony but all I hear is a cacophony

I dont long to be thrust into the shadows once again

I'd scream until my vocal cords give out

But please

Someone show me how to paint the sunset so I may be able to leave the void of before behind

I dont want to be cold again

But I need help to learn to live in the warmth

Can you help me?

[bumblebee-poetry]

They say "let's go back"

But maybe back is worse

Maybe back is scary

Maybe here is where I've been happiest.

They say "let's go back"

And I say, let the past sleep

[bumblebee-poetry]

The world is on fire

Everything is too loud

But tonight?

Tonight I take refuge

And find quiet

Even if just for a moment

[bumblebee-poetry]

I never believed in soulmates,

But for you, darling?

I could believe in anything.

You stole a permanent piece of my heart

And no matter what the world throws our way,

I know we'll survive

Because we've already walked through fire.

So take my hand,

And let's walk into forever

[bumblebee-poetry]

I'm the moon

Cutting my rope

Reclaiming my freedom

Days are still dark

But the stars lead the way

And one day I'll see the sun

[bumblebee-poetry]

Serendipity

They talk about the big moments in life Marriage, kids, a home Growing up

But that's not where life lives No, life is moments, not events

So take that risk Get that pet Try that thing Laugh at that joke

Because that is where you'll find life Because that is where you'll find love Because that is where you'll find happiness

@picklemafia

[bumblebee-poetry]

They teach us not to pull threads

To avoid our p r o b l e m s

But maybe we should pull t h a t s t r i n g

So peak b e h i n d t h e m e s s

You'll be surprised what y o u ' l l s e e

Because a wound t o d a y

Can be healed tomorrow

For the unravel prompt

@picklemafia

[remanence-of-love]

[bumblebee-poetry]

I've sat in the dark for years

Mourning someone who no longer exists

But today? Today, there is light

And I'm ready to meet who's standing here now

[bumblebee-poetry]

So long I lived in cold

And was told it was warmth

Until one day, I believed them

I didn't see the frostbite, didn't feel the chill

Now I've experienced warmth, true warmth

I will never let someone leave me in snow again

I've tasted true happiness

And it's now mine to keep

[kameneva]

love, buried three times

@kameneva

[daily-daydream]

[bumblebee-poetry]

I've been allowing myself to highlight lines that stand out to me. And doing so over white print on black paper just hits different

"Somehow you need me, while half the time, I feel unwanted."

(The Day is Dark -r.h. Sin)

[health-chronic-ass-iconic]

Icarus and the Phoenix: An open letter to my family

You taught me the importance of standing up for myself

Unless it was to you.

You tought me the importance of individuality

Unless it was something you didn't like.

You taught me the value of family

As long as I fell in line.

You taught me to be self sufficient

Unless you had a void to fill.

You taught me to fight back

Unless they were your hands.

You taught me about legacy

When you meant generational homogeny.

You wanted me to be happy. Or so you said,

But what you did was shroud me in your misery.

I was too good for him, her, them,

Yet I was never good enough for you.

You always had to have the last word,

Ensure my guilt,

Prove you're right

But your last words to me will be the last words you speak to me

You set me free, the only healthy thing you've taught me.

I know you intended to hurt me,

But instead, I thrive.

You tried to teach me,

But I learned the truth for myself.

That you are Icarus and I didn't want to share your fall,

But rose instead.

Because you may be Icarus

But I am the Phoenix of legends