it hit me
just a minute ago
that it is truly over.
sombre
sobering
it was like hearing a door slam
up a long hall way
a stark finality
pealing from the skirts
to the ceiling
i felt every sadness
all at once
rush through and fade into me
that is mine to carry
for now
my lungs filled with a fullness
i've not known in a long time
i had reached into the turmoil
and found a piece
i never knew i had
i found a peace
amongst all this bad
and as i slowly stilled
my crazy racing heart
acknowledging
that yes, i too played a part
i never had the words
you never had the time
together we were drifting
each a different line
sad it had to come to this
feeling nothing but pain
no hocus pocus just staying focused
my piece of peace will eventually explain
About the Creator
Bren
"It's just a token of my extreme!" - Frank Zappa
"Cause it's all in the heat of the moment It's all in the pain!!!" - Devin Townsend
Centre Stage with the wonderful Heather Hubler
I'm writing it out not acting in doubt!
Reader insights
Outstanding
Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!
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Compelling and original writing
Creative use of language & vocab
Excellent storytelling
Original narrative & well developed characters
Eye opening
Niche topic & fresh perspectives
Heartfelt and relatable
The story invoked strong personal emotions
Comments (2)
You've captured a sense of sad stillness perfectly in this poem. I can feel the weight of it. Heavy, but beautifully written!
Ah, my friend β¦ So sad this is all happening.