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As Our World Drifts Away

April 25, 2011
By audlyenough SILVER, Los Angeles, California
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audlyenough SILVER, Los Angeles, California
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"whenever I'm sad, I stop being sad and be awesome instead. true story."

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We watch transfixed, as our world drifts away
Off to sea, through cobalt waves and salted air
Sailing gently beyond nebulous despair
Past the living memories, the sorrows, the fear
Into bright light and soft clouds so sheer
Leaving the transient beauty of yesterday
In the murky waters of the bay

© Kristen S., Orlando, FL

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