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I am not afraid
In the light
Claustrophobic darkness does not move
Things going bump do not shake
Fear does not knock
In the night
Till I sleep
The darkness of my dreams
Awakening
To find these moments when
I am afraid
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John Cox
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Loved this! Subtle and beautifully phrased !