Strangled by thoughts spinning in my mind
Choking on the memories of past mistakes
Drowning in the guilt of suppressed emotions
Calling out for guidance while pulling away
Clearly thinking straight, I’m not
Clouded by visions of history
Scared to death of repeating
Fearing loss and separation
Unable to stomach the thought
Of hurting (a loved one) again
Trying to wash away the pain
Through tears of confusion and blame
Tearing at my inner soul
The demons within taking their toll
Lying lonely in my empty bed
Drained of all hope and strength
Angry thoughts mixed with powerful tears
Steal my sanity with harmful distaste
What speaks to you? What do you feel?
Comments
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cuts like a knife...
raw, impassioned; this is so dark, like open heart surgery -- it is full of recriminations & personal pain... written with a hell of a lot of heart & soul... Write On!!!
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it is amazing what past events can do to our present... thinking of mistakes and not wanting to repeat them can bring fear of even trying... i know. tears won't wash away confusion or doubt, but they will begain a process of healing and working through it all...
a new day is ahead when nothing may be answered, but you will be able to look back and see the growth in who you are.
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I like the poem as I enjoy how the last lines rhyme, but I feel the last word in the last stanza steals from the rest of the poem. I liked when you added again, it was a relatable surprise.
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