i got over you,
but that didn't change the fact
that you smelled nice.
your scent
reminded me
of
islands,
free of
pain
and
misery.
your scent
always
reminded me
that you were there,
there
to keep me safe,
there
for me to keep you safe.
you were there,
and that was enough for me.

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determinant intricacies | 2
Poetryhighest rank: #449 in poetry (28/1/16) - sequel of unconditionally perplexed. - in which a girl learns to let go rather than hold on. - lowercase intended. - book 2 in the 'if only you knew' series.