A Scorned Woman

The abscessed wounds of
a betrayed heart fester 
from desertion and deceit.
.
She takes solitude in shadows
gnawing herself red and raw,
rankling in private torment;
gnashing her teeth.

Until pain and grief turn noxious
with a fury justly sworn
to the retributory scourge 
of a woman's woeful scorn.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Bangalee Avatar
April 28, 2019 at 5:41 AM
superb writings
Breedt Avatar
October 19, 2017 at 9:09 AM
Phew again! Its a scary coctail of venom . Masterclass is your work
One Avatar
October 8, 2017 at 9:30 AM
Be careful about a woman scorned they say... Dangerous stuff..
Duncan Avatar
January 18, 2013 at 3:39 PM
I like the way this read ;}
Lamoureux Avatar
January 17, 2013 at 7:50 AM
It seems this retribution is being visited upon herself.
Loving Iii Avatar
January 10, 2013 at 1:16 PM
Wisely put.
Scott Avatar
January 10, 2013 at 11:55 AM
i think men can be left scroned to women can be devious also love thios and the other as they mirror each other xx davidscott
Taylor Avatar
November 12, 2010 at 6:50 PM
You are not lying!!!!!!! You women, although beautiful and loving, make for the worst enemies in the world. Hold grudges and understand the meaning of Payback lol...Great job in somehow making that sound like a thing of beauty! Love it!!!
Loving Iii Avatar
October 9, 2010 at 6:38 AM
perfectly discribed. john h loving iii
Palli Avatar
September 21, 2010 at 7:15 AM
So intense! Excellent piece. can feel the suffering
K. Avatar
September 20, 2010 at 10:45 PM
Wow Thvia! This is sure is a searing piece-- scorned woman put on paper-- you definitely bring for the message across and I do think that this took a lot of creativity! Each word definitely has its own weight-- nikko :)
A  Avatar
September 19, 2010 at 2:38 PM
HELLO~ THVIA ~ENJOYED YOUR POWERFUL POEM~He HE HE! Here I find myself all over the soup again. Stopping by to read more poems, before my KIDS make me log out. I had a really nice time reading and catching up with you guys. I posted a sad poem as well, hope you find time to read my latest poem*luv~SKAT
Sweetheart Avatar
September 17, 2010 at 12:26 PM
Very true Thvia my friend.. and soon it eases as time passes.. a powerful piece..how ironic my poem today is "A Woman Scorned" ... relating to weather...luv.. enjoyed..
Davis Avatar
September 17, 2010 at 10:19 AM
Woman scorned= Yin____________________ Jaded Man= Yang______________________ And I like how the structure of the poems is so telling of the their connection to each other. 7+7of 7
Smalling Avatar
September 16, 2010 at 1:15 PM
"gnawing herself red and raw" powerful imagery, awesome alliteration. May she find comfort in the power of your write.
Brown Avatar
September 14, 2010 at 3:11 PM
I enjoyed reading your poetry today Thvia. I am looking forward to tomorrow and what I might read of yours again. Never let your pen lay and dry out. The best to you in your writing endeavors whatever they may be. Love, Carol
Chu Avatar
September 14, 2010 at 12:45 AM
I've said "wow" before, but I really saying it now. WOW. You drown the reader in bitterness, injury, and disappointment. All for justifying "a woman's woeful scorn." Another fave for me.
Shetley Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 10:37 PM
Chris you're amazingly astute in your observations!
A   Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 8:38 PM
deep poem, enjoyed reading,..p.d.
Wellington Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 8:01 PM
Only another woman can feel the pain that a woman scorned feels. One that don't wish on even my enemy....not a nice feeling. Very indepth writing...hits the nail right on the head. thanks for your comments. Joy (Jew pet name)
Wilson Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 6:57 PM
Oh have I been there..good work Thvia..Take care~Deb
Devonshire Avatar
September 13, 2010 at 6:39 PM
Very sad poem, Thvia. I can relate to the "private torment" this woman feels. Love, Carolyn
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