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A Man In Ruins

a
man, 
broken,
he's saddled
with vices galore;
alcohol and gambling,
gargantuan monsters of ruin that do not sleep.
he's addicted to both; always falls back to the bottom rung ladder of sobriety


Writing Challenge - R words - Poetry Contest 
Sponsored by Constance La France 
Theme of choice: Ruin 
Syllables checked at HMS
Date written: 04/05/2023:

Copyright © Edward Ibeh | Year Posted 2023

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Anne-Lise Andresen Date: 4/7/2023 12:24:00 PM - Congratulations on your first place in the contest, Edward - Beautifully written - hugs Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 4/8/2023 5:03:00 AM Thank you very much, Anne-Lise:-)

Linda Alice Fowler Date: 4/7/2023 7:47:00 AM Indeed alcoholism is a 'ruin'. Nice write Edward. Congratulations on your win! :) Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 4/7/2023 10:37:00 AM Thank you very much, Linda:-)

Constance La France Date: 4/6/2023 8:15:00 PM Edward, outstanding writing and thank you for sharing your poem in my Writing Challenge congratulations ! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 4/6/2023 8:59:00 PM Thank you very much for the congratulations and my placement, Constance:-) Most appreciated.

Sotto Poet Date: 4/6/2023 8:09:00 PM Unable to quit pondering on this insightful poem; your thoughts are profound and uplifting. Congratulations on your podium win. Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 4/6/2023 8:58:00 PM Thank you very much, Lasaad:-)

Christuraj Alex Date: 4/6/2023 8:05:00 PM A very beautiful picture of ruin. Congratulations! Login to Reply Edward Ibeh Date: 4/6/2023 8:58:00 PM Thank you very much, Christuraj:-)