A Shout Into the Void

A gift has been granted, it’s path clearly shown.
An endowment of life, borrowed, not owned.
Our path has three parts with a beginning and end.
In the middle is the void, it’s where all truth can bend.

The beginning path is easy, it forms when we’re born.
It’s a path meant for children, before sails get torn.
The last is for those who’ve stayed true till their death.
The end is amazing, so take a deep breath!

The second part is tricky, it has trails that branch off.
You may hear people shout, mostly just scoff.
Here demons are fought, you might feel all alone.
Stay true to your path, it will lead you home.

When your childhood is over, part two you will take.
When you look down each trail, you will see that they’re fake.
When you shout at the void, deaf ears will be found.
Beware of the screams that render no sound.

12/7/21
Title chosen:  A Shout into the Void
Sponsor:  Edward Ibeh
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Ibeh Avatar
January 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM
Heartiest congratulations on your win in my contest, Mark:-) Fabulous poem!
Koplin Avatar
January 2, 2022 at 2:59 PM
Thanks Edward, I appreciate the placement!
Alex Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 9:57 PM
Great division of life into three parts. Beautifully written. Congratulations!
Koplin Avatar
January 2, 2022 at 2:58 PM
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Laurie Avatar
December 9, 2021 at 4:12 PM
G'day Mark ... so many paths beckon us with false promise. Thankfully there is someone to guide us - thanks Mark - Lindsay
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:43 AM
Indeed
Lane Avatar
December 8, 2021 at 6:03 AM
How sad that even in your version of afterlife, there will be sadness if one chooses the wrong path. Or am I not comprehending your intention? Either way, Mark, your rhyming is excellent.
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:43 AM
It’s purely fiction, I believe that there is way more than just one path
Cronin Avatar
December 7, 2021 at 10:53 AM
Excellent!
Koplin Avatar
December 10, 2021 at 6:42 AM
Thank you!
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