My World
a poem
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1 min readMar 2, 2024
there was a time
when you were my world
where I lived and breathed
by your words
where your praises
fed my self-worth
I followed your ebbs and flows
orbiting around your sun
for any glimpse of light
I yearned for your love
dimming when you were
away from my presence
only to brighten when
you graced my doorstep
the smell of your skin
was my favorite perfume
your desire warmed
the inside of me
and your love gave me purpose
I could…