Mustapha Mohammed Poet Rhyme

Behind These Prison Walls

I prowl the days within myself
To heal these battle scars
But days at times unwrapps itself
With binding sturdy bars.

That holds me back from freedom's grace
From the man I'd hoped to be
Often scans my troubled face
In search of empty glee.

All my days since life begun
The constant fight appalls
Often glows what strength has won
Behind these prison walls.

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Just That Archaic Poet September 25, 2013 at 10:53 AM I agree with Kelly: I know what it feels like as well. I wrote a poem similar to this called "Solitary Confinement". I totally related to this piece. Kudos; excellent work :)

Kelly Deschler September 17, 2013 at 4:37 PM I definitely know what it feels like to be a prisoner inside one's self. I can relate so well to the struggle for freedom that you described here...I really, really liked this poem. Great work!...Thank you for the kind comments, as always!

Debbie Duncan July 29, 2013 at 4:09 PM love these words ,,,,,, very well written ;}

Cherie Thomas June 14, 2013 at 1:52 PM This really is a tear jerker.m....it really tugs at the heart, can feel the emotions that bind this beautifully written poem.....thanks m. Respect to your pen, my friend:) cherie... Mustapha Mohammed July 27, 2013 at 6:42 PM Thanks for that lovely comment my friend.

Andrea Dietrich June 11, 2013 at 11:10 PM you have a great rhythm with your poetry. It's nice having you at Soup. Mustapha Mohammed June 15, 2013 at 7:15 AM Thank you Andrea...smiles xoxo

Kate Wilderson June 11, 2013 at 7:42 PM Interesting...a powerful poem! :) Mustapha Mohammed August 7, 2013 at 7:11 PM Thanks Kate so much appreciated. Mustapha Mohammed June 12, 2013 at 1:21 AM I pray that you would not be disapponited when you read another buddy.

James Horn June 11, 2013 at 7:03 PM I really like and appreciate it. Where and how did you get such a great feel for writing poetry. Let me go on to another one that you wrote.

Skat A June 11, 2013 at 4:29 PM your poem is very strong...... a 7 *Skat Mustapha Mohammed June 11, 2013 at 8:53 PM Nice to see you Skat,thanks for your warm feedback... :)

Honestly J.T. June 11, 2013 at 3:17 PM Wow. This is a well written poem Mustapha Mohammed June 11, 2013 at 8:48 PM `Thanks champ for your comely feedback.

Shirley Candy June 11, 2013 at 3:16 PM Imprisoned, yet the heart remain free. A process of becoming a better person. Very deep and touchy poem, M. Thank you for sharing. ^__^ Mustapha Mohammed June 11, 2013 at 8:44 PM Being trapped in oneself,trying break the fetters that has been holding me back.Thanks for the excellent comment Shirley.