How Are You

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For one keeps asking,

“How are you?”

And you reply,

“I am fine.”

The typical answer that simmers from the opening gorge,

Without consent, nor is there knowledge.

But is it true?

Or is it simply a white lie that is present to cover those scars,

The marks of the past,

Echos upon reminiscence,

Yet… you don’t know, you.

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I,

am fine.

Is that the answer your heart will give,

Is that the answer that reflects your state?

Or is that the answer that keeps your soul isolated from the populated world,

For it is a pity that there is no one you are willing to share your inner self.

Locked up in Rapunzel’s tower awaiting for your Prince Charming,

To save you from,

Yourself.

Standing upon your reflection,

“How are you?”

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