Hope Flickers

It feels heavy on your chest,

being engulfed in a thick shadow,

and having it seep into your skin.

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It feels sickening

as it slows the body, mind, and spirit;

and everything is a dull numbness.

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The darkest of shadows teems over the world.

All is gray and black

and not a thing seems right.

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Days pass.

Months pass.

You watch it all go.

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It’s like watching a movie,

and yet, you know you are to be the lead role

and not a mindless bystander.

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It’s lonely.

It’s empty.

It feels like something is wrong with you.

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But something still flickers within

despite the thick darkness

and poison inside.

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It’s a new, playful idea,

the smallest of smiles on your face,

and a ray of sun from the sky.

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Thoughts become lighter.

The body moves better.

The spirit begins to lift.

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Breathing becomes easier

as eyes are open to a new brightness,

and for once, the numbness is gone.

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The movie feels different

as it plays around you instead of from afar.

You are finally taking the role you deserve.

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It’s not lonely.

It’s not empty.

There is nothing wrong with you.

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Tended to, the flicker will grow,

but will also never fade.

Hope is always here.