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Are You Lonely?
Are you lonely?

I was lonely,
When you left me with only my thoughts,
I was lonely,
When you turned away when I needed you.

Are you lonely?

I was lonely,
When I was bullied at school,
I was lonely,
When I got the same treatment at home.

Are you lonely?

I was lonely,
When you told me to stand up for myself,
I was lonely,
When I did, and you made sure I paid for it.

Are you lonely?

I was alone,
When you finally started talking to me,
I was alone,
When you thought I'd take your hand.

Are you lonely?

I was alone,
When you forgot about everything,
I was alone,
But I could still feel the pain.

Are you lonely?

I was alone,
When all was said and done,
I am still alone,
But I am no longer lonely.
© Britt Clark