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For the love of a daughter

January 31, 2024
By Worker_bee7756 DIAMOND, Toledo, Ohio
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"I know I'm forgetful but I still feel things and I try to make sure others don't feel those things" -Ghostbur

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Done,

I need no love,

This empty feeling,

Like a crater inside me,

Trying to be full with love,

But it is not the love I want,

It’s the love I can’t have,

By my parents,

By myself,

By anyone,

But self doubt,

Jumbling inside me,

Way too fast, 

I want this happiness,

To forever last.

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