Not today

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    Deep in my black swamp,

you wait for me to drown again.

   Yes I went too close too often,

you saw me on the edge.

   You raised your hand, casual invite,

you whispered threats like lullaby.

   I know what you feel,

a thrill when I fail.

   I know what you need,

the fear behind the rage.

   You won't feed upon me today,

because I'll stay away.

   No more fear to fail,

no more time to waste;

You will have your chance again someday,

but right now I have to leave,

to live.

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