Please don’t force me onto meds,
There must be other ways.
To calm the demons in my head,
And ease me through my days.
Let me prove beyond a doubt,
The works that I must do.
See me thrive, creating worlds,
And writing words anew.
The meds suppress my heart and soul,
A stranger in my head.
I couldn’t bare the living death,
Of thoughts and words unread.
I’d rather die than lose my mind,
An empty, hollow shell.
Where once creation laughed and played,
And whispered verses dwell.
I’m not a cliché or a stat,
Although I’m schizophrenic.
Log in to AllPoetry,
And type in Fritz O’skennick.
Here you’ll find my many works,
Behold my soul laid bare.
Words of fiction based in truth,
Of thoughts and dreams I share.
You’ll find I’m really not so bad,
Despite my altered states.
To write emotions raw and true,
Dispel my passing hates.
Please, I beg you from my heart,
Take the time to see.
My music, stories, poetry,
And plays defining me.
Please, just look…
In a list
A contest entry
- Don't You, Forget About Me by Poetic Obscenity.
550 points, ended August 6, 2008, 79 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest - Who are you? by zammy.
700 points, ended October 14, 2008, 25 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
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wow!!! i LOVE this!!! it was your rhyme and rhythm that really got me!!! i don't have much to say really!! except great work!!!!!!!
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Great piece...I'm gonna be checking your work out, best wishes in the contest!
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I too hate taking meds and the had effects they leave on our bodies and minds. I too try to find another way to cope I commend you for trying to find another alternative to meds. Wonderful write thanks for sharing
Theresa
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Very touching. Very smooth. I enjoyed reading this. What a heart cry that is expressed here.
I like this:
"I’d rather die than lose my mind,
An empty, hollow shell."
Good write!
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Wow!
This is a powerful write, and one that I can relate to very much! The medications do many times make one feel numb to everything, and our wonderful muse takes a big hike. Medication can work wonders for some, and is many times necessary, but I do understand what you are saying here in this write. The same thing happened to me on a medication, and I would much rather be able to feel my feelings, than to just shut them down completely. thanks for sharing this great write. Blessings, Patty
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This poem is amazing. I love how the rhyme never misses a beat and the power within your words. It all too often happens that the doctors and nurses pass judgment on us upon first glance, and never truly know who we are in heart mind and soul. Very well written. Hugs~Nikki
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Very stirring and sad. A true reflection of the coldness and inhumanity of psychiatry and how many treat their patients; like a clinical diagnosis to be treated with drugs.
I hate taking medication too - especially if there is another way. I think that it is great that you have your creative outlets, such as writing to help you. It has been a life saver for me too, as I am sure for many others as well.
As usual your words are stunning and eloquent in how you express yourself and form them into structured thoughts! -
WOW. I absolutley adore this. I empathise on your situation but you create such bold works of art, that i can not deny loving to the fullest. Amazing!
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I love it. It really touches the heart. Perfect rhyme and words as always. I particularly like the second stanza. Its amazing!
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If this doesn't touch her
heart--She don't have one!
This is so you, and anyone reading
you will find themselves in awe of your creative
genius!
Thanks for Sharing!!
It's good to read you again!
~Pastel
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