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«HER» by Friscia Magbanua

She is my silent prayer,
stitched beneath my ribs.

I do not say her name—
the night already knows.

The moon keeps our distance,
silver and untouchable.

Still, I look up.

Hope is a cruel star—
beautiful,
too far.

If loving her is exile,
I will learn the language of waiting.

If she never turns back,
let it be said
I loved her
like dawn loves the horizon—

always reaching,
never quite arriving.

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Em Em Magbanua is a poet and writer known for her evocative, emotionally charged verses. With a deep passion for storytelling, she crafts poetry that resonates with the heart and soul. Her debut collection of poignant, heartache-filled poetry is set to be released in 2026.