Purging the Fire
A Moment of Release Through Heat and Pain
By Cindy🎀Published about a year ago • 1 min read
Photo by Skyler King on Unsplash
Steam rises, blurring the mirror's gaze,
Scalding water hisses, drowning the ache,
Skin stings, yet I stand, unflinching, firm,
Salt on my lips, bitter but cleansing,
The scent of heat lingers, purging shame, erasing pain.
About the Creator
Cindy🎀
Hey, I’m Cindy – a K-pop newbie turned addict with a keyboard and way too many opinions. When I’m not screaming about talented artists, I’m writing poetry or ranting about my life.
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Outstanding
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Compelling and original writing
Creative use of language & vocab
Heartfelt and relatable
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I enjoyed this poem
This poem is a striking exploration of cleansing and renewal. The imagery is vivid and the language is evocative. The juxtaposition of the physical act of bathing with the emotional cleansing is particularly powerful. The final lines, "Salt on my lips, bitter but cleansing, / The scent of heat lingers, purging shame, erasing pain," are particularly resonant, suggesting a cathartic experience. A truly impactful piece.
Wow, this is hot!
Wow! Top tier poetry, excellent command of the language and form. Word choice is on point, powerful imagery. Love it!
Your poem is wonderful! It beautifully captures the transformative power of water and heat, creating a vivid experience of cleansing and renewal. The imagery of steam and scalding water sets the scene, and the way you juxtapose pain and healing is so powerful. Your portrayal of standing firm in the face of discomfort is truly empowering. It's a vivid exploration of vulnerability and resilience that's truly captivating. Great work!
This was such a powerful and profound poem. It can be interpreted in several ways.