The Whiskey Taster’s Flavor Guide

As Long As I Draw Breath

I awoke, and once again
Came the disbelief and pain.
Sat there on my bed I wept,
The agony hidden as I slept.
From my breast my heart was torn,
As long as I draw breath, I'll mourn.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Kiser Avatar
February 14, 2019 at 9:19 AM
A painful emotional experience well penned in this couplet. Beautifully done.
Smith Avatar
February 14, 2019 at 9:30 AM
Thank you M.L. :)
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
The Whiskey Taster’s Flavor Guide
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace