It's a Waste of Time

By Geri

It's a waste of time, 
I say, as I walk to the door. 

It's a waste of time, 
I say, when I meet your eyes. 

It's a waste of time, 
I scream inside my mind. 

It's a waste of time, 
I say, as we cross that line. 



*Inspired by the song "Waste My Time" by Grace Vanderpool. 
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