I was your three a.m. alibi,
the ghost in your closet,
and the glint in your eye.
I was your toy and you
were my boogeyman.
© Sarah Doughty
I was your three a.m. alibi,
the ghost in your closet,
and the glint in your eye.
I was your toy and you
were my boogeyman.
© Sarah Doughty
Sarah Doughty 
Reblogged this on Orthometry.
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I absolutely adored this poem. It’s sad but true. Beautifully yet simply expressed.
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Thank you so much. 😊
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Of course. Micropoems are so hard to do, but I love writing poetry as well.
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There’s nothing wrong with that. 😊
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Wow! So much to tell in few words. ❤
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Thank you. 💖
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this. hurts.
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It does. Thanks, love.
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you’re welcome, love.
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“I was your toy and you
were my boogeyman.”
Yes to this!
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Ah, I’m sorry you can relate. Though it seems apt after the last few days…
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It’s beautiful.
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Thanks, love.
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You’re welcome.
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Fabulous poem 🙂
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Thank you so much! 😊
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Eloquent in it’s simplicity but none the less impactful
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Thanks so much.
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“I was your three a.m. alibi…” This has such a song lyric sound to it. Love it! 😀
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Aww thanks, love! That makes me smile! 😊
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You’re welcome! 😀
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This is beauty at its best!
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Aww thanks, love! 😊
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You’re utmost welcome! 🙂
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Excellent Sarah. Don’t know how you consistently write such great work. Keep it up.
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Awww thank you so much! 😊 😊
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Been there, done that…. yep. Very nice piece 🙂
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I’m sorry to hear that. You aren’t alone.
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Good one!
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Thanks! 😊
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This one gave me a bit of chest stab. It’s a strong poem. I always enjoy your writing; short but impactful.
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Thank you so much. 😊 I’m sorry if it made you feel a little uncomfortable.
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It’s good to feel, even it’s not always happy. ☺ Love your poems. Have a great day!
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That’s very true. Thank you so much! 😊
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