By Kathy Ha | Featured Contributor
Does it ever end?
I’m tired of the inner turmoil
I’m tired of being anxious
the rollercoaster ride of emotions
swirling and churning within
old scars reopen
past nightmares haunt
doubt invades, fear paralyses
silent screams that no one hears
I keep building my wall
uninviting, tall and proud
but the façade is brittle
weathered by the years
I’m lost in despair
unsure of who I am
uncertain of how to change
afraid of the road ahead
I am tired of being me.
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This is beautiful
Thank you ☺️
Make a friend ❣️
This is so real in so many ways. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for your comment ☺️
Deep. But don’t loose hope yet.
Taking one day at a time, reminding myself of all the positives despite sometimes feeling these emotions. Thanks for the comment.
As it should be. Life could be overwhelming, but we can booster the calm we need. YOU’RE WELCOME.