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Because
I am writing
because.
Because they told
me poetry was beauty not
pain.
Because they called
it rot and poison. unfit for
eyes.
Because they named
it disgraceful without a real
chance.
Because they took
my words and locked them away from
me.
Because maybe
if I drown you in my ink it
will stop my own gasping for
air.
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