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Unwanted Enigma

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Jan 20, 2025
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Unwanted Enigma

In the cavity of departed desire,
Mind unburdened,  a still lake forms,
Content. able to take any shape.

A freedom found under surrender. 
Liberties not bred from thrustings 
Of acquisition, but in yielding breath. 

Acceptance air, belonging  
To the non-seeking.
Oh what an envious power 

Potential in the wantless, 
In the complete. Ca…

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