Apnea

Battling at the thought’s end. Ruined cities. The last survivors were helped to escape together with their unborn children. Eyes tossing nervously. Fears floating on schizophrenic reality. A ghost passed by resembling her, yet it is not possible she survived of the massacre – she risked her life, bet our happiness. Memories, naked, spring from the soul’s catacombs to remind us the youth’s past. We chose the way we wanted to lose, the defeat hurts less. Empty chairs looking at the sunset like our blood was never spilled in this battleground. Swinging between the fear and the sky having the apnea capturing my sorrow.

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Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 8/25/2016 3:51:00 AM

Congratulations. Makes me breathless...

Miltos Gitas
Date: 8/25/2016 3:52:00 AM

Mark, thank you very much my friend. I am very happy for this poem..

Mark Paul Van Der Merwe

Date: 8/25/2016 12:19:00 AM

Congratulations Miltos - well deserved. Great write. Mark

Nayda Ivette Negron Flores

Date: 8/24/2016 3:05:00 PM

Congratulations Miltos on the placement of the contest.

Miltos Gitas
Date: 8/24/2016 3:40:00 PM

I am very happy. I did not expect this third place in the competition. Thank you very much...

Vladislav Raven

Date: 8/6/2016 7:51:00 AM

A deep and excellent first write Miltos. Super content. The piece sings. I always like to start reading poets from the start for you always catch little gems and your first write is just that. Enjoy yourself here on Poetry Soup my friend. This has to be a seven.,,,Mike.

Miltos Gitas
Date: 8/6/2016 7:55:00 AM

Thank you for the very good words. Glad to know other poets and to exchange views on poetry. I will be glad to talk and read your poems. Good evening from Greece

Seth Diamond

Date: 7/30/2016 3:57:00 PM

I think that you brillianly use the concept of apnea to draw broad strokes of other topics. It is also a very enjoyable read

Miltos Gitas
Date: 7/31/2016 4:09:00 AM

You just so as you say. Transportation used the apnea to touch on other topics ...

Kai Michael Neumann

Date: 7/30/2016 10:38:00 AM

I like this and especially 'schizophrenic reality' and 'apnoea capturing sorrow'. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I have only been on here for a few months now, but the soup is a good home and sort of family.

Miltos Gitas
Date: 7/31/2016 4:10:00 AM

Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad you liked it. Well I found you and I will be happy to talk on poetry and poems.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/29/2016 9:20:00 PM

Just stumbled on your reply to my comment. Ok, I can see what you mean now!!

Miltos Gitas
Date: 7/30/2016 2:16:00 AM

The word apnea has through her poetry. The moments that are on the verge of a situation to inspire. Good morning from GREECE

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 7/28/2016 8:25:00 PM

Miltos. Apnea is a sleep disorder. WERe you using that as a symbol? Lovely images in this sad poem.

Miltos Gitas
Date: 7/29/2016 4:06:00 AM

Exactly. But with what describes this sad poem the reader may suffer apnea. I speak metaphorically. I always use symbolic titles.

Skat A

Date: 7/28/2016 4:45:00 AM

Miltos,, Welcome to Poetry Soup. It will be a delight to read and become familiar with your poems in the future. As for now, I will greet you with the same smile others passed when I first joined the soup. Wishing you and your poetry the best. I hope you get to meet all the nice poets around here STARTING with me- SKAT :) Drop a hello and tell me a little about yourself if you wish. I would like to be your newest poetry soup "FRIEND" Hugs **YNR - SKAT**

Miltos Gitas
Date: 7/28/2016 6:09:00 AM

I write poetry for many years and I have published seven poetry collections in Greece . I make an effort to learn you now my poetry . I will be glad to talk and read your poems . I will wait your comments on my next poems...

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 7/27/2016 10:02:00 PM

Back here once again, Miltos, Welcome to Poetry soup, I hope you enjoy the community. Here, you will find friendly poets who enjoy supporting one another. I myself, enjoy reading and commenting those who want to be read. The only time I give constructive criticism is when a poet desires it. However, if for some reason the poem is not my field I will guide you to someone who is more qualified than I. Stop by and read one of my poems if you like. My poems are not perfect, but I have a feeling you might like one. I encourage you to check out the contest page and read to receive comments. Tell me a little about your poetic skills if you like. It will be my pleasure to follow and read every poem you post from here on :) We are Lucky To Have you. Your New Poet Friend @-> LINDA <-@

Miltos Gitas
Date: 7/28/2016 1:22:00 AM

Thank you for your warm welcome. I write poetry than 11 year. I write about love, death, loneliness and time flies. I issued in Greece seven poetry collections and now make an effort to share with you my poetry. I am 32 years old and I love reading, writing poetry and listening to music. My profession is a journalist.In the coming days I will post and my other poems and I want your opinion. Kisses from sunny Greece :)

Poet Destroyer A

Date: 7/27/2016 8:53:00 PM

Miltos, well done on this poem, I'm pleased to read your words. Welcome to poetry soup. LINDA

Miltos Gitas
Date: 7/28/2016 1:13:00 AM

Good to see you. I will be glad to talk about poetry ... thanks.