By Rhetoric
Date: 2001 Aug 19
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Absence and Fear

Where have you gone?
My doll where have I put you?

I search frantic around the house

Where are you hiding?
Are you lost in a cup of tea?

When you are not there I pace with fright

Please give in to my pain and indulge me one last glimmer
Each hour holds a new round of running
          yelling
          screaming in vain

Where have you gone?
I meant no harm

I will be gentle and kind if you only could dream for me a safe place to keep you.

Pain and fear engulf my fraile body at the thought of you not home.  Each hour sends me checking
           phoning
           excuses to call

My doll where have I put you?