Survivor

I lived my life
trusting in
the milk of human
kindness.
Suffered the
stings of
an uncaring
world.
Watched

all I
loved recede
into darkness.
Life as I knew it
peeled away
a layer at a time.
I have walked
the yellowed
halls of prison
where they
give you candles
without wicks.
Tell you to light
your own way.
Strip you of
dignity.
Toss you away
like
the afterbirth
of
a back alley
abortion.
Yet I am here.
Graceful,
is the heart
that never
forgets love.

A contest entry

Words for the Few by SurelyWritten. 390 points, ended May 3, 2008, 14 entries
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Polaja
April 5, 2008

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I really like the way this is written and presented... the ending was my favorite part - but the beginning was the part that captivated me beautifully done - I wish you the best in the contest!

Keep writing

Polly
SummerlandRayne
March 29, 2008

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Not much I can say that I have not already said...do not want to be redundant! You speak to my soul...that is all I need to say!

Az
SurelyWritten
March 29, 2008
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You used all the words so thats a plus. I read this a couple times and I'm honestly a little torn about how I feel about it.. I like it, the style, the structure and all.. I feel like there is something missing, but I can't put my finger on it...

I'll read it again before the contest ends, see if something sparks..

Thanks for entering!
Shirley
dustookie2
March 28, 2008

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OH the wisdom of you philosophy in life shines through...Your heart could never forget love ..sile... it is reflected in so much of what you pen....This, my friend is you... penned with your trademark style.Good luck in the contest.