Desperata (December 6, 1981)

My life is withered roses
Shattered dreams
My body languishes in crippled poses
My voice dissolves in stifled molten screams
My legs too tired to bolster up my spirit
My arms to weak my lovers to embrace
The stench of mold is near I cannot fear it
A bleak peace spreads its wings upon my face

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