I run and run.
As hard as I can.
To escape from the punishment.
Oh, the things I’ve done.

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I run and run.
As hard as I can.
To escape from the punishment.
Oh, the things I’ve done.
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“I didn’t want to be out here. Today of all days, but here I am again. This corner. This intersection. Living these humiliating moments on repeat. And you just take a picture. Cold-hearted asshole.”
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The dazzling lights may dim
But you’ll always be a star.
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I scrolled as I waited, because why shouldn’t I? You said you had to talk to me. In person. So I waited at the bus stop by the tree, like I always do. I’ll be here when you arrive. Then we can talk.
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“We get along okay and you’re pleasant enough. I like your stories about your ex, but let’s not pretend this is something it isn’t.”
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She looked up,
But couldn’t see it in time.
75 miles per hour
And it was over in a blink.
No terror, no regrets.
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Bruises that don’t heal.
Feelings you can’t describe.
The rumble of strife
That’s been with you always.
Your partner in life.
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