shortly after my rage-filled explosion
i, suffering from burnout
felt the necessity to flee to paradise
sooner rather than later
Inspired by Reena’s Exploration Challenge #184 -Burnout & Eugi’s Weekly Prompt – Paradise
shortly after my rage-filled explosion
i, suffering from burnout
felt the necessity to flee to paradise
sooner rather than later
Inspired by Reena’s Exploration Challenge #184 -Burnout & Eugi’s Weekly Prompt – Paradise
I Write Her 
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Your words absolutely capture that moment — that feeling of sad recognition of the need to escape.
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Yes, otherwise it gets really ugly, really fast.
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Ha! This brought back some bad memories of my working days…. Well done!
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Thanks, Val!
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The image you’ve selected is totally apt. Great poem.
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Thanks, Sadje! :)
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You’re welcome 😊
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That poem is so intense! I find it quite relatable.
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It was for me too! I do hope you find your “release” too, Astrid. :)
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What a creepy cool photo!!
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It is, isn’t it! :)
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Wow! You wrapped up both prompts superbly in one poem! Well done, Susi!
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<3 It was perfect timing and excellent coordination on your parts. ;) Thanks so much, Eugenia!
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My pleasure, Susi!
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Susi,
If ever fury were illustrated, that picture says it all and your poem puts the seal on it! Next stop, paradise and fast!!!
~🕊Dora
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Thanks! I was hoping I encapsulated the emotion. Appreciate your comment, Dora!
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Overcome …. by Susi Bocks
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That picture is really scary, and the poem intense.
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Rage is rarely pretty. I’m glad I found the image to match the emotion. Thanks, Reena!
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