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A bleeding heart is not so rare
I see it everyday
Yet in no way should it be commonplace
Limbs ripped from sockets
Joints irreparably destroyed
A look of terror strewn across my face
Breathe
Breathe
Stay calm this isn't happening
It's all an illusion brought on by the things unseen

(Repeat)

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