unbared

Our needs are boundless - our wounds sensitive - better not to bare them - lest we invite opinion, debate and comparison, or worse yet, sympathy (euuww). . . Songs for this.. If You’re Too shy (Let me know) by The 1975 Musta Been A Ghost by Próxima Parada Everything goes my way by Metronomy

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Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 5/30/2024 9:19:00 AM

Dear Anais, It really hit home for me. Your exploration of our boundless needs and sensitive wounds is so raw and relatable. I love how you capture the reluctance to expose our vulnerabilities for fear of judgment or unwanted sympathy. The songs you mentioned perfectly complement the themes in your poem. This is a thought-provoking piece! - Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel

Tom Woody

Date: 5/29/2024 4:47:00 PM

Gosh darn it, sooooo sorry for your wounds. Sigh

Anais Vionet
Date: 5/30/2024 11:42:00 AM

Too funny =]

Kim Rodrigues

Date: 5/29/2024 4:08:00 PM

The or worse yet…often we don’t want that…we want respect and help. Hate when people give a side laugh, etc.. Hope you find someone to listen with great sensitivity! A great write!

Anais Vionet
Date: 5/30/2024 11:49:00 AM

Thanks, I have a lot of close friends but I don’t have a lot of substantial worries - besides my next semester stress - and my wounds are far too old to do anything about now.

Anais Vionet
Date: 5/30/2024 11:48:00 AM

Thanks, I have a lot of close friends but I don’t have a lot of substantial worries - besides my next semester stress - and my wounds are far too old to do anything about now.