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Visual interpretation of "The journey begins": Imagine I was right there with you; When you looked up to your bedroom

No. 001

September 30, 2024·15 lines·1 min read

The journey begins

Would you believe me?

Imagine I was right there with you When you looked up to your bedroom ceiling And questioned everything Late at night Crying yourself to sleep Imagine I could tell you that you'd make it out That you'd live out that dream That you'd travel the world That you'd find true love Would you believe me? Well you should, because I am you And you are me. Get ready

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A way further in

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Opening line

Where the door opens.

Imagine I was right there with you

Center line

Where the temperature changes.

out

Leaving line

The line to carry out with you.

Get ready

If you came here carrying something

Open this door when your thoughts feel loud after dark and you want something to sit beside them.

Love

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