Beyond Measure

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I can sense ill intent
Telling me I’m not worthy
Too clingy. Friendly seen as flirty
“Wait till we get home!” Fatherly

Ahh… to be free
If it were easy
I’d outrun my past
you and your implants

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Given infrequent rations
Love in a pinch. A quarter teaspoon. A cup
When I am on my best behaviour
If you are feeling generous
When, to you, I’m gorgeous

Ahh… to be free
From anger management, couples therapy
My love for you never prevents the storm
I see them coming
The light leaving your eyes, the pattern returning

I would love to be loved consistently

Thank you, Sammi. Two prompts, one poem! Implant. Teaspoon
© 2025 Samantha Williams. All Rights Reserved.

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5 responses to “Beyond Measure”

December 22, 2025

Lincol Martín

The poem expresses the pain of a relationship marked by control, insecurity, and conditional love. It conveys a deep desire for freedom and to be loved consistently, without fear or judgment. Its central message reveals the need for a healthy, stable, and respectful love, where dignity and peace of mind do not depend on the other person’s emotional state.

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1. December 24, 2025
  
  Ociola | Planet PU
  
  First, happy holidays! Thank you for reading it so carefully. I’m always interested in what resonates and how people experience my work.
  
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  1. December 25, 2025
    
    Lincol Martín
    
    Happy holidays! Thank you for sharing this and for opening up this space for dialogue. Your text invites reflection and leaves a lasting impression; it naturally resonates differently with each reader, and therein lies much of its richness. I wish you a peaceful holiday season filled with inspiration.
    
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  2. January 1, 2026
    
    Ociola | Planet PU
    
    Thank you for the holiday wishes! I hope your 2026 wonderful and creative! 🙂
    
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  3. January 2, 2026
    
    Lincol Martín
    
    Thank you! May 2026 also bring you creativity, calm, and many bright moments.
    
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