Pulled in again by reigns unforgiving
Yes, I'm alive but is this what you call living?
It's a centimeter forward only to be jerked back a mile
While I'm expected to sit quiet, listen well, be a more perfect child
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I always loved this poem. The way it's written is fantastic and my favourite line is Yes, I'm alive but is this what you call living as well as the whole last stanza. Amazing piece of literary art. I think this is the poem that made me realize how good of a writer you are way back. 'Tis my Double-Edged Sword if you will.
Excellent use of thought provoking statements, and probing questions. One of my favorites.