Counting On Hell
Hoping For Heaven
Wasted wilted wishes
broken penny promises
Moonlight make believing
on what if's and could have Beens
Precious misspent moments
carousels and Ferris wheels
Emotions set in motion
the teary tales of ne'er do wells
Connections or exceptions
static noise and dropping calls
Blurred lines and misconceptions
what's the meaning of it all
We toss it in the air
surprised when it falls to the ground
We say that we don't care
and cry without making a sound
With all this mass confusion
it's no wonder we're insane
Live under some delusion
there is a winner in this game
We jumble words together
trying to make sense of senseless
Waiting for miracles in December
to deliver on life's promise
That somewhere in this commotion
there's a purpose and a meaning
An unseen magic potion
to undo all our misdoings
Maybe there is and time will tell
as we place our bets on lucky seven's
That we escape the fires of hell
and enjoy the fruits of heaven
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Kelli Sheckler-Amsden
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Comments (14)
A raw and honest portrayal of the human experience. Your words capture the essence of our hopes, dreams, and disappointments. A truly moving piece. The line 'Wasted wilted wishes, broken penny promises' is particularly striking. It's a powerful image of unfulfilled dreams and broken hearts.
Wow the contrast between fleeting moments and the longing for something more gives it a such poignant depth. It can resonates with anyone who has ever questioned life's purpose or hoped for a miracle. So much emotion packed into every line! Great work 🫵🏽❤️
Amazinggg!! U are a star!!
What a beautifully haunting reflection on the messiness of life, missed opportunities, and the search for meaning. The imagery you’ve used, especially the "wasted wilted wishes" and "precious misspent moments," really captures the fragility and complexity of human experience. It's so easy to get lost in the noise and confusion, but your words remind us that perhaps we’re all just waiting for that unseen "magic potion" to bring clarity. This piece resonated with me, thank you for sharing such a vulnerable and thought-provoking exploration of life’s uncertainties.
Some heavy truths presented perfectly!
🔥 🔥 🔥 this is so right up my alley!
Whoaaa this was so deep! Congratulations on your Top Story! 🎉💖🎊🎉💖🎊
Excellent work🥰
fine composition in your thoughts flight over the lines hoping for heaven. Congrats to TS
Read this earlier and not suprised it has been selected for Top Story. Powerful stuff Kelli!
This is excellent. Here's hoping for heaven. Congrats on the TS.
This is a beautiful poem.
A hard look at the way we live our lives, well-penned as always, Kelli!
You are a poet Miss Kelli, and I have read and heard the poets go to heaven and you will be there no matter what. Your poem gives readers a lot to ponder about themselves. Good work.