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Oh Sweet Mother Misery.

So many people look for peace and happiness.
They fight so hard day and night trying to focus on the "good".
They want to forget there pains...




They are fools...And this is why.

Happiness is like a vile yet enticing drug, promising love, peace and even fulfillment... A hollow escape from reality.
Happiness is tyrannical mistress that demands all that one is, the smallest amount of grief can cause her to vanish in which you must once more give chase as not to loose your coveted love.
Happiness is a crutch onto which the lame and downtrodden cling to with such a fever... It can be so sickening

now misery on the other hand, well...

Misery is the truth, she will never sugar coat things nor set you up with a false hope to break your heart.
Misery is like a loving and thoughtful mother, even when you leave her she will always be there silently behind you waiting for you to fall so that she may take you into her arms and cling you to her bosom.
Misery is like a beautiful ecstasy for those in search of reality, and only she will be there for you when you are alone and all else has been lost.

And this I know.
For I am the begotten son of woe.

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Comments

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  • peregrin
    December 31, 2008
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    This is amazing!
    I am in awe.

    Gwen


  • individuality gold member
    May 6, 2008
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    half for this


  • Kappa Pyua
    November 21, 2007

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    this is an interesting write, I think it is a good write, but I don't agree that happiness is a down fall. Happiness is what keeps a person going, keeps them alive, because there is always hope that somone is there to care and love you.


  • Prison of Lyme
    November 16, 2007
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    great piece

    thanx for entering


  • Synthetic-Nightmare
    November 16, 2007

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    O.O

    WHOA.....THIS WAS VERY WELL PUT
    I love your comparisons as you describe misery, AND HOLY FUCK
    SO TRUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
    YOU'VE GOT A LOT OF TALENT!
    This was absolutely, stunningly AMAZING!
    Never stop writing and keep at it


  • grrlshadow
    March 13, 2007

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    this is a profound piece of work, pessimistic and yet tantalizing at the same time...very interesting read, beautifully written. wonderful and enjoyable!


  • On Frail Wings.
    March 13, 2007
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    this is a very interesting poem. it flows nicely. its very truthful and deep. good luc


  • Lady-Pegasus
    February 24, 2007

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    Well, this is indeed a unique perspective. I cannot say i concur with it, but i can understand. I believe that all things exist BECAUSE of it's opposite, how can we know happiness if we know not pain, (and vice versa)? To us it would simply be there, unknowing and unaware. I do say that I think this form detracts from the write as well, if it were restyled a bit i think this would flow well and i would like it, agree or nay!! Best of luck in this and all of your endeavors. Hetohke'e *


  • RT michaels
    January 29, 2007
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    a very unique opinion on the idea of joy, it seems to be more of a lecture than a poem. Though, the poetic elements and story elements that you pour into it are able to pull it back to a more soothing nature. I really like the title and how it connects with the last line.


  • bakacoconut
    January 27, 2007

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    Happiness is an illusion to lead us into a sense of comfort so we let down our defenses... that's when something bad happens and we pay dearly for not guarding our hearts. This I have learned quite a few times, and yet I fall into the same feeling of security that I had before. This poem describes what most feel throughout their lifetime. Best of luck in the contest and thanks for entering.

    Coconut


  • RavenChild
    January 24, 2007

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    Wow

    This is wonderful, poet. You've written something really amazing and I wish all the luck in your contests, well done.


  • summerzac
    January 24, 2007
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    This is truely an amazing poem. The way its expressed, almost sad, but a true outlook on what you believe. The structure was good, a lot of good similies and metaphores, which made it powerful.
    great job
    ~sum.mer_zac


  • FlurryOfDancingFire
    January 24, 2007

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    Wow...

    ...This struck me....deeply. I don't think I'll ever think the same way again, and I mean that in a good way. This piece has truly changed my outlook on Happiness & Love vs. Misery & Sorrow. ...Sorry if this comment isn't very satisfiying critique-wise, it's just...I'm am almost...utterly...speechless. Something inside of me has opened, and I am glad that it did. This is one of the...purest pieces I have ever read, spectacular job, thank you for sharing.

    ~FoDF

  • Lady-Pegasus
    January 24, 2007

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    intriguing thought process here, you write such unique submissions!! Not sure I care for the tempo on this one, but can see that it works for what it is!
    hehe spellcheck is your friend, line 2...Line
    6(x2)...Line 9...oh hell, hehe just run spell check there are more yet. LMA


  • Pawn-Of-Fate
    January 24, 2007

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    Dark, I found the coloring made it hard to read (but that might just be my computer^_^) good work though! -pawn-


  • January 24, 2007
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    kool

    awsome


  • no1s angel
    January 24, 2007

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    you are an awesome writer. you put all the feeling that you have out in the open here, for all to see, its pretty awesome the way the first paragraph starts with "happiness" and the second starts with "misery". subtle opennings, but great lead-ins. the last line is cherry topping on this sad but true poem of life "And this I know. For I am the begotten son of woe." great blunt line. good write.
    -mandy

    • Temprance
      January 24, 2007
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      thank you very much

      its nice to see someone enjoy my work and even more so comment on it
      not enough people comment on poetry to let one know what they think.


  • CalmBeforeTheStorm
    January 23, 2007

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    I really enjoyed reading such powerful words and emotions. It is very refreshing to see such a unique outlook on such a coveted emotion. Very nice, awesome even. Good luck to you!

    ~Kristen


  • Frogzter gold member
    January 23, 2007

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    Happiness is a crutch which the lame and downtrodden cling too with such ferver.... now that is a different perspective... an intense piece! best of luck to you,
    Frogz~


  • Ntagatf
    January 23, 2007

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    this was truly amazing thank you for entering my contest I enjoyed it although i'll have to disqualify you if you dont put you option # in your authors notes... I really dont wanna do that so please fix it!!! Good luck in my contest!!! and thank you for entering

    ~tearstaindangel~


  • Cylis
    January 23, 2007

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    Wow

    Wow, excellent word choice. This poem is great. Melancholy, but at the same time kind of not. It's totally cool. The words you used painted a very vibrant picture. Good Job.

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