it's a place you can call your own
when the party is over
and all the guests have gone home
you run to your secret hide out
where you escape & live your dreams
never mind your failures
you have your judges whispering your short comings
your safe in your shoe box
your feet know this place well
it's where your soles reach to your soul
no matter the pain & suffering
and the ceiling your eyes have cast shadows
your memories linger
where truth can make sense to you again
you'll rise from sleep again
as sure as the Sun & the Moon
shines on the occupants below
you were a king or a queen
when you were young & rich
not so loud anymore
when your car is on empty & your shopping express
hurry now your shoe box awaits
like another body can't wait to tell you
what you been missing
your shoes are worn
but your heart is strong
never mind the liars & clowns
your still someone that shines in the light
Florida July 2024
Anthony Morningstar
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