Perception

PERCEPTION

Before the abyss, I had it all
Letting go of all I see
My friend, I hope our time won't end
It took a short time for you to notice 
Without knowing who I am 
We talked, we became friends

Connecting the dots, missing every line
Connect them and figure me out
Randomly it comes your way
Underneath a never known chemistry
Ask me to stay and I may
Grinding your teeth into my way
Cut out my eyes, and store them up
A tongueless mouth, nothing to say

Maybe by tomorrow you will forget
Losing myself in my own conversation
Hiding behind my one big regret
Don't know, Don't care
You had me open up
A book I closed, knowledge lost

No need to see 
A mystery called deception
What I am cannot be seen with the naked eye
Along came you using your *ucked* up perception
The ability you miss use
making sense of this connection
A process you carry with your own  patterns
You asked, you listened,  without making assumptions
A taste to take off my shoulders, 
To release an error locked in my Asylum
I myself am enjoying the insights about him
He's got me convince, using his perception
               
  :)
SKAT

Copyright © | Year Posted 2010



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Date: 12/6/2017 7:55:00 AM
Very thought-provoking poem, SKAT. The self-image we project for others to see often are not perceived quite the way we want it to be. Excellent musings. Mighty fine poetry. Love and smiles always.
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Date: 3/21/2016 7:46:00 AM
This s a rather interesting use of words. I enjoyed having my perceptions bent. Hugs Rick.
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Date: 11/14/2015 12:13:00 PM
Well written :) -LU
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Date: 5/8/2015 12:54:00 PM
Sadly, this is very reflective of the emotionally abusive relationship my mother has been in with my stepdad. Great in writing content.
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Date: 2/20/2015 4:14:00 AM
Some people carry the burden that separates those who want to be awakened and those who choose tucked life - once you come to peace with the fact that fariest act is to leave a big part of yourself for yourself, then it is easier to handle people's narratives about yourself, and the failure to communicate is reduced to a minimum , not to say that it is more amusing ;) btw, beautiful poem :)
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Date: 9/5/2013 2:05:00 PM
I can relate to this completely! Some people have told me that I have perfect perception, yet they always get the wrong impression of me. Except for a few friends that are close to me. It is so annoying!...I am adding this fantastic poem to my favorites! You might like my poem "The Real Me"....Thank you so much for the nice comments. I really appreciate it!
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Date: 6/24/2013 2:01:00 AM
Thumbs up for your deeply heartfelt write Irma. Very nicely done.AO
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Date: 5/21/2010 2:02:00 PM
ps. My poem was not a dragon, it was just the me that never stands up for herself!
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Date: 5/21/2010 2:01:00 PM
This one seems to be saying a LOT, Irma, very profound and one in which you are expressing strong emotion. Thanks for including my Dark Poet in your winning circle even though it was not very twisted!! Keep up with the contests. You are very clever! LUv, andrea
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Date: 5/17/2010 10:09:00 PM
love this write, it's just something that come's from idk but wherever it come's from, wow lol, love Royal<3
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Date: 5/16/2010 4:03:00 PM
"The ability I will let you use on me" It says a lot. Who wants to "release an error locked in my asylum." This is great stuff, Irma, said as only you can say it. Love, daver
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Date: 5/16/2010 12:44:00 PM
Thanks for your graceful comments SKAT. Keep yourself free writing free in these Free Verse. Agape, Moses
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Date: 5/16/2010 8:27:00 AM
keep it cool,..p.d.
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Date: 5/13/2010 4:33:00 AM
watch out for his perception!! lol
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Date: 5/12/2010 4:14:00 PM
i love this!!!!
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Date: 5/11/2010 5:07:00 PM
nice write. Thanks for sharing.
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Date: 5/11/2010 10:16:00 AM
i loveee this one. its a new fav of mine. awesome piece here. -the lost poet-
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Date: 5/11/2010 7:29:00 AM
HI,Irma, wonderful to see another poem up from you. Very deep writing, my friend. Enjoyed reading it. LUv , Andrea
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Date: 5/11/2010 6:37:00 AM
I enjoyed reading your poetry, today. This one hits home deeply. Thank you for sharing your heartfelt thoughts with us. And thank you for your kind words on my poetry as well. Keep winning SMILES! Lovingly, Dane Ann
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Date: 5/10/2010 10:13:00 PM
Wow. I'm speechless. I have much to learn. Thank you for sharing this!
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Date: 5/10/2010 6:38:00 PM
Awesome write. nice expression of thoughts. I enjoyed it
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Date: 5/10/2010 12:14:00 PM
A great write my BBF Irma and wonderful words of rhyme so perfect in this piece.. u are really holding your own on this site now having many poems on the HOT list being read by so many... see those nasties who tried to chase u away...u are having the last good laugh now at them... me too.. good girl for hanging in there and posting a poem like this "beauty"... luv.. BBF "Sweetheart"
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Date: 5/10/2010 11:15:00 AM
Irma, enjoyed reading deep thoughts in this work, friends, Doris
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Date: 5/10/2010 3:10:00 AM
Enjoyed reading your poem today, Irma - a great piece! Thank you for sharing it with us and thank you for your comments and best wishes...Gert
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Date: 5/9/2010 10:41:00 PM
This is a great poem indeed Irma..much enjoyed dear friend..Charma:)
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