I was told once that you can judge the shepherd by the quality of his sheep. It is also true that you can judge a person by the quality of their actions. They may tell you of their skill as a shepherd, but how are their sheep? Do their actions match their words? Are their sheep healthy, happy? Are they content; at peace? Do not be fooled by the clothing of the shepherd. Look at the sheep instead.
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Replanting the cactus
Its souvenirs
Painfully hugging my skin——
The Dark Room
Laying in a darkened room
Decorated in escapism
Listening to music
That no one else can hear
Thoughts passing through
Like a drifter in and out of town
Shadows on the wall
Dancing randomly about
The darkness outside mimics my future
Dressed in uncertainty
Wearing a chapeau of uneasiness
Giving away secrets to no one
–Samantha M.
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