Farewell to my toxic love of fear.
Bye, you can no longer stay here.
No more living in my head.
I no longer want dread.
You heard what I said.
Living with you
is hell so
bye, fare-
well.
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Joe Patterson
Hi I'm Joe Patterson. I am a writer at heart who is a big geek for film, music, and literature, which have all inspired me to be a writer. I rap, write stories both short and long, and I'm also aspiring to be an author and a filmmaker.
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I feel your nonet poem. Well done.
Feel motivated, such a wonderful piece
This was so powerful and kicked ass. I loved it!
This one is so motivational! Love it :)
Loved this one too!!
Yes! 🙌