No one to talk to,
No one to trust,
With secrets so dark and deep
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Sounds as though you're having a hard time of it Janay. Though I seem to remember having similar feelings of despondency when I was your age. Life gets better, I can assure you. I like your expression 'I hermit away', it's original and interesting. And you're right. We all wear masks to hide our deepest feelings. I guess it's a way of saving face in a scary world. Keep writing. It's a great way to let go of stress. Love, Allie ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥
To me this poem speaks of betrayal. I love how it explores it without revealing it. Very ingenious.