Rotten Relationships

A poem about the toxicity and bad blood in a deteriorating relationship.

By Madison NewtonPublished about a year ago • 1 min read

Rationalizing, regretting,

reconciling, repeating.

Rumors run rampant,

reactions radiate

relentless reclusiveness, ridicule—

routine regression,

respect ruined.

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Madison Newton

I'm a recent graduate of Stony Brook University with a degree in Environmental Humanities and Filmmaking. I love writing and storytelling, and I love sharing my work so I can continue to improve my written voice.

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Quincy.Vabout a year ago
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