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Hell Within

Every word I read fuels the rage,
Pulse racing faster--
With every passing page.

Blood runs hot and wild,
Eyes burn a violent red.
After all I've done, all I've given...
The love I thought we had--dead.

It's not just infidelity,
That drives me wild with pain.
But that she thought to hide it,
To break me down again.

Fury clouds my reason,
But drains away as fast.
Replaced with calculation--
She will not laugh the last.

Cold reason slice the veil,
Of anger shrouding me.
Lift the haze around my eyes,
Startled clarity.

Thoughts of pain, death and desire,
Fueled with hatred, burning higher.
Deathless sleep and endless night,
A chant of evil, flaring bright.

But the demon dies abed,
Released through hateful fantasy.
Purged from me in dreamless sleep,
Release for her--but what of me?

I'll forget her name...
And let my anger cool.
Remember nothing of her scent,
Played for a half-wit fool.

She deserves his attention;
He has earned her poor affection.
I will welcome emptiness,
For the cold of resurrection.

My own dignity will rise again,
Won from the fires of Hell within.
I didn't submit, I didn't become--
The beast inside...is chained again.

Author notes

A man discovers that his wife has been sleeping with another man...his best friend. He feels the anger building, but faces it--and wins.

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  • perfect relief
    February 19, 2007

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    It's a good write. I like the way that he doesn't let his anger get the best of him in the end because that could turn out badly...Beautiful story of victory, although it had to come with a price. Good luck in the contest and thank you for entering.


  • The Vampire Louis
    February 18, 2007

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    This is pretty deep and possibly somewhat of evil. Sense some emotion mostly pain here. Good imagery and word choice. Thanks for entering


  • HerbalGoat
    February 15, 2007

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    This is very deep subject matter, and you presented this deep feeling beautifully. My favorite stanza would have to be your sixth one.

    "Thoughts of pain, death and desire,
    Fueled with hatred, burning higher.
    Deathless sleep and endless night,
    A chant of evil, flaring bright."

    I don't think you purposely did this, but your second stanza is actually an acrostic for the word "beat". I thought that was neat.

    Thanks so much for entering, and good luck.


  • Eternal Rose
    February 9, 2007

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    Awesome man!

    You did a great job with this poem. I lie how there is even a story within the poem. I love it. It shows the pain that you feel. How you got control of yourself again, even after all the things that had happened. Awesome!


  • Sunshine Always
    February 5, 2007

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    I'm sure at some time or another, everyone who reads this will relate in someway to the feelings of betrayal,anger and hurt that emerges from this power filled poem. I think we all have revenge in our hearts for whatever reason, but to be like the phoenix and rise from the ashes makes us a better person.Excellent as always....mal


  • Sokarjo
    February 4, 2007

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    Fantastic... full of depth and feeling, good flow, great ending! To conquor one's anger is a great battle; it's nice to see someone win once in a while... shows depth of character and strength and control. Very impressive piece, here.

  • Thedragonisgone
    February 4, 2007

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    Um...I think I would've gone Fugitive on her ass and walked out and proceeded to get very drunk. This seems to have been happening almost since the beginning of time. However, back then, you could've had her stoned.
    Been there, raged through that, and in the end, found a love that far excelled it. But now that's gone...so what the hell?
    Best of luck in the contest. If this is true, I commend you on caging the beast.


  • ThunderCatWonder08
    February 3, 2007

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    wow

    very descriptive and great choice of words plays along great with the scenario but did this happen to you did u feel this way or was just going along with the scenario either way great write* xxlorren


    • Lone Defender
      February 3, 2007
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      Almost everything I write is drawn, at least partly, from personal experience.


  • Lady in Love
    February 3, 2007

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    Rage and hatred for a crime that cuts deep within the marital vows. Awesome right, she had no right. What sucks is that is was also your best friend. Your pain is very well expressed here in this poem. Like the very last line. "The beast inside...is chained again"....great write. Luck in the Contest.


  • Nature Song silver member
    February 3, 2007

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    Very pointed poem. Such pain and rage from within. Deep with dispair, how could one do such a thing. But human frailty without emotions in the heat of passion do let this happen. Well deserving poem. Good luck in the contest ~Sie

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