These Pills
Running from thoughts & memories of you
I take these pills
Not to end this life
But to end this day
So that maybe I'll have the energy to get through tomorrow
A blanket of darkness doesn't take you away from me
But in my dreams, you deserve my love
And I like the way that feels
Even if I don't like the way you make me feel when I'm awake
One day, even my dreams will be filled with the reality of you
And taking these pills will no longer be an escape
And I'll see your soul for what it is--
      Day & Night
Until I'm able to let go completely
Because I'll be so exhausted from looking for the good within you
That I'll go to my bed at night
Close my eyes
And dream of something else
I'll have no thoughts or memories of you
And I'll no longer need these pills

Felicia Diane Larson
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