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Between a Rock and a Hard Place

Between a rock and a hard place I sigh I cry Between a rock and a hard place unable to speak growing weak Between a rock and a hard place Unable to move stuck in this groove Between a rock and a hard place I am still here you are still near Between a rock and a hard place just where you left me wondering why parched and dry you watch as I die Between a rock and a hard place

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Emile Pinet

Date: 12/11/2015 10:19:00 AM

Your word choice is good and the message sent is strong and emotional, highlighting the futility of existing in a nightmare and calling it a dream. Emile.

Paul Callus

Date: 12/9/2015 3:59:00 PM

That's a tough place to be in, Eileen, but you are not one to give up easily, and I am sure that you will come out of it stronger than ever before. As always, you write with strong feeling. Hugs // paul

David Meade

Date: 12/9/2015 11:14:00 AM

I like Richard's comment below!! Only when the human spirit is tested in the extreme can the body know its incredible strength . . . you write with such power and beauty LO!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/9/2015 11:42:00 AM

Always.....always good to read your posts, coach. I've realized....some relationships are beyond repair. Doesn't make the pain go away...We just learn to medicate. Hugs

Maurice Yvonne

Date: 12/9/2015 10:57:00 AM

This makes me sad. It sounds personal but I hope I am wrong. I wish you with all my heart the happiness and the bliss you so deserve. Always, armand.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/9/2015 11:44:00 AM

Hello dear.....the frustration rose from knowing that no matter what I say.....it won't make a difference. No....you weren't wrong, Armand. We live and learn.

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 12/9/2015 9:07:00 AM

This is sad, but the Warrior Princess will ground the rock into dust!

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/9/2015 11:46:00 AM

Ah......she is a tough cookie....she needs to visit me more often. Thanks for the visit, dear...

Laura Breidenthal

Date: 12/8/2015 9:00:00 PM

I can definitely relate to this piece. It's so sad to read, because I can feel the despair, the sorrow, and the pain. You express yourself very well, even with fewer words. "Unable to move stuck in this groove" - I know the feeling all too well. Always, Laura

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/9/2015 11:57:00 AM

Hey, sweetie....Thanks for your thoughtful comments. Laura...you are an amazing woman. Hugs

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/9/2015 11:53:00 AM

Hey, sweetie....Thanks for your thoughtful comments. Laura...you are an amazing woman. Hugs

Ilene Bauer

Date: 12/8/2015 6:44:00 PM

i love the way you've formed this poem, eileen - beautifully done!

Darby Hodge

Date: 12/8/2015 12:14:00 PM

I love this poem. It is very deep and relatable. I just love it :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 12/8/2015 2:21:00 PM

Thanks, Darby...sometimes....in such situations...words are futile. Thanks for the visit.