I Was Clean

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Less than a foot away
Sits the box of things
I so carefully hid from myself

A clean blade lies in there
An alcohol wipe
A wash cloth

Markers in case
I change my mind, but I'm
Not leaning
Towards the healthy route

Tips and tricks
Have not cured this.
I'm running a little low
On willpower

I have colored my skin
Memorized the lyrics to songs
Found 5, 4, 3, 2, 1 things
Breathed in and out for 4
Tried sitting really, really still

I cant look away
Tragedy calls my name
It shines in the lamp's light
My stomach turns and twists
Puke rises in my throat

I was clean for 2 years.

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