I saw her from a distance Carefully keeping in step with the world, the rules, the time. Cautious – never straying too far Captive – in her safety zone Watching – yet wanting to see Listening – yet wanting to hear Walking – yet wanting to run. Her energy depthless Her love deep and passionate Her yearnings immeasurable While slivers of her existence detach secretly from her delicate soul. I see her closer now Keeping to her own rhythm Slower – but in tune Seeing – but not watching Hearing – but not listening Running – but only in her mind.
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