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Obstacles

April 22, 2012
By anavit15 SILVER, Naperville, Illinois
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It seems so close
But I know it's not
Clouds
Wind
Rain
All obstacles I must overcome
To see the sun's shining rays
Feel it's warmth on my face
I wish it was visible all the time
Encasing me in a warm hug
Surrounding me with safety
Away from the darkness
But I know
Thundering rain
Bitter cold
And dark clouds
Are what make me
Love it all the more

© Daniel H., Oak Bluffs, MA

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on May. 13 2012 at 12:57 pm
BeautifulDisaster16, Ogallala, Nebraska
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This is great. I find it hard to write poems so I just write short stories and try and make a book out of them! Keep up the good work! :)