Deep breath.
He closes his eyes
to put himself at ease,
leans forward,
and gently
tip-topples
over the cliff.
Author notes
Do you notice the title's double meaning? Revealed below...
Okay, it's like this: People have dreams where they fall, and this guy's actually falling. The second meaning is that the guy is commiting suicide, and so the end of his life was what he had dreamt of and longed for.
Please tell me what you think
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Ahh i always get those dreams in which i fall.. its so damn horrible
very nice poem really.. i just enjoyed much the way you wrote it..
in a few words, you got to say lots of things, with double meaning and all..
keep it up =]!
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Wow. I love the dual meaning behind the title.. I thought of the second one right away and never would have thought of the second one until i read your notes. Even though the poem is short, I can picture this all happening so easily, especially with the phrase "tip-topples", which brings up vivid images and isn't overused like some other phrases to describe falling. Great piece.
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This free verse is powerful. Your poem is well crafted and captivating. Well done dear poet.
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Yeah sorta I could kinda see your other meaning but more the of the first one nicely done. Nicely written, good job.
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