I am still okay

There are still nights when I want to unzip my skin
And sometimes reading words that relate
Is not the same as writing down the thoughts that have engulfed my soul

And sometimes I forget if I’m staying up late because my mind won’t shut down
Or because I know it will hurt in the morning
Sometimes the tears drown out my being despite their nonexistence on my face

And sometimes I slip up and forget that I am okay.

Author's Note

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