Blinking back and forth
echoes begin to break,
seeping into loneliness
journeys I must take.
In tune with sorrow
heart softly unfolds,
wrestling taught desires
that break all moulds.
Yet the hands of fate
still caress my soul,
guiding me gently
they take control.
The narrow path before me
lies foreboding, cold, dark,
damp misted air prevents
even the slightest spark.
Sombre secluded spirit
weeps as desolation grips,
dejected dreams crumble
distressed reality rips.
Wide eyes bleed fear
cuts chill to the bone,
first timid step falters
I've begun the trip home.
Author notes
Picture prompt in 30 - 50 words (46)
Credit: http://moonchild-ljilja.deviantart.com/art/Lost-in-shadows-95852953
Sorry this sucks. And sorry for the double entry I had a few problems...past my bed time 
Edited since contest ended so no longer fits word count, but I am much happier with it now 
A contest entry
- PIF Quickie!!! You Know You Want To!! by Sweet Impatience.
1000 points, ended October 12, 2008, 9 entries
Silver trophy winner
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Please tell me what you think
Comments
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Aww, Pink, this is beautiful...
Outstanding!!!
So sad & laced with such powerful emotions...
Great rhyme scheme, as always...
Another fantastic read that didn't fail to move me...
Well done!!!
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The emotions pour from this poem
You brought her to life
Congrats on the Silver
Julie x
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Lady my entry did the same thing - double but I caught it - must have been a site glitch - as for your poem it is beautifully written and weaves a wonderful tale congrats on your silver win
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Well deserved silver. Indeed, there is nothing suckish about this poem. You have created a strong emotion and a vivid atmosphere. Well done.
Eyes bleed fears
chilled to the bone,
first timid step
begins the trip home.
Great ending.
Garrison
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Actually, I like this very much. It is soothing and has a silken rhythm. I will be back to see if I can figure out why you have negative thoughts here.
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This doesn't suck - it's lovely. I particularly enjoy the imagery. Beautiful piece!
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Omg why do you think that this sucks.. because Honestly it doesn't WOW.. this is a very brilliant dark write.. I really loved it.. excellent job ...
good luck
kat
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How dare you say this poem sucks it is far, far from it, as wonderful and dark as you can be, keep it flowing and good luck in the contest
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aw hun your poem doesnt suck its brilliant your imagery and emotions are brillianly powerful and your poem flows beautifully good luck in the contest
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Dark and full of emotions...this is excellent...great flow and depth...you did a wonderful job as always...I too loved the closing stanza...best to you!
mystic
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This doesn't suck at all hunny!!! Gosh.. this really grabbed my heart! The feeling of having lost the path and desolation stripping away dreams to leave you so vulnerable!
I loved at the end how there was that little glimmer of hope that she would take that first step towards home..
Beautiful work!!!
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