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Shadow of solitude

Trapped in the embrace of shadows

By Antoinette chikwenduPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read
Shadow of solitude
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Shadows of Solitude

In the depths of silence, where echoes mourn,

Loneliness descends, like a tempest torn,

A solitary heart, yearning for release,

Enveloped in shadows, seeking inner peace.

Depression's weight anchors the soul's flight,

A battle in darkness, day and night,

Whispers of sorrow, the mind's internal fray,

Tangled emotions, trapped in disarray.

Unseen and etched upon a weary face,

Loneliness and depression intertwine with grace,

Invisible chains that mercilessly bind,

Leaving scars unseen, an anguish of the mind.

Yet deep within, a flicker of light remains,

A resilient spirit, a flame that sustains,

Reaching out for solace, a hand in the dark,

Break free from the shadows, ignite a spark.

Hold onto hope, amidst the endless gloom,

For in unity, strength begins to bloom,

Together we stand, as one against despair,

Breaking the chains of loneliness we share.

Let empathy and kindness be our guiding part,

A balm for wounded souls, a healing art,

For in our unity, we'll find the strength to mend,

And emerge from the shadows, towards a brighter end.

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    Written by Antoinette chikwendu