Her positive attitude
brought her nothing but pain
as the outside world
continuously broke her down
shattered heart
left on the cold floor
despite her tears
she continues to smile
Author notes
30 Words
Prompt: "The very brightest candle of all has been extinguished
Smothered by those who could not bear to face reality"~Feint by Epica (a song)
A contest entry
- quickie ten spots by Hope Angel.
450 points, ended July 6, 2008, 9 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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This is an amazing take on ther prompt. That girl you described sounds like an awuful lot like me. I enjoyed your poem and thanks for entering.
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Awwwww....
this is absolutely Stunning my dear friend. It's been a while since Ive read your fabu work, and I must admit, it surely has been missed. Love this.
Wishing you all the best.
-ephiphany
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WOW! Now who said you could write about my heart like this? lol love your imagery and this take on the prompt! Excellent poem. Good luck to you in the contest
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