http://slow.writerscafe.org/sadpoetry26 The original writings of author Maya R en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776115500 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 Since before I can remember,You've been a constant part of my life.For so long, you were just at the dinners and sleepovers;Present, but not always involved.But then, She walked in.And suddenly, I realized how much I craved your attention. I tried so hardTo accept that She, too, .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/sadpoetry26/1808953/ I know how it feels;Wanting to break free from the storm.Feeling trapped and jadedBy this black hole in which I lie.Elixir after elixir,And nothing does the trick.You wait, and you waitUntil finally, You can't wait anymore.So, you crack.And you push everyone away,Even if you know they love you... http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/sadpoetry26/1808951/ Why do I feel the needTo control everything around me?Is it my chemical imbalance,My impatience,Or is it my desire for perfection?No matter the cause,It slows me down;I take forever to get things done.I can't leave a messy room;Leave no trace,As if I weren't there.But if I lose control,How.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/sadpoetry26/1808949/ I fear the unknown,Like most people do.I fear my own thoughts,Something I wish I wouldn't.I fear the possibilities,The "what ifs."I fear death, snakes and spiders;All rational fears.But most of all,I fear life. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/sadpoetry26/1808948/