There was a time I dreamed of walking under the rain,
With sweet tenderness by my side;
There was a time I dreamed of running through the mountain,
With wild strikes catching up behind;
I dreamed of a dream,
That my smile makes me enough;
I dreamed of a dream,
That my tears make me be seen;
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Exactly, like other girls I’ve seen.
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But it all went wrong,
It all went wrong….
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Someone has to try harder;
Putting on the costumes of grandeur,
Residing in the chateau of terror,
Here comes that poor girl,
Putting on a show of a princess.
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They smiled,
They praised,
They fantasized,
All is bestowed, if only temporarily,
For the good show displayed.
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Be silent,
Just be silent, my trophy child,
There is no blame if you don’t complain.
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Disappear,
Just disappear, my trophy child,
There is no hurt if you don’t love.

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Final denote: This is the hardest thing I’ve ever brought myself to write. However, on the bright side, it marks a new start that has been calling me to embark…..
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Your poetry is both very well written and sad, dear Annabel. I understand that was long ago, but I would still hug you, if close. 🤗 In childhood, there is real pressure to conform, to put on a show and behave as others expect. Though wounds make weary, and some dreams seemed dreary, that was then. Today, you are a very beautiful and talented young lady with a wonderful smile, and love is looking for you – don’t disappear. 💖
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You are truly the kindest, Phil! I’d give you a big hug too, if near.😃🤪 Yes, healing takes time. Some days better, some days worse😅😂. But today, your beautiful words and compassion make me shine brighter 🥰🥳. Thank YOU soooo much, Phil! 🙏🥂
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