Blackout

I have all but lost my faith, 
And I am certain I never know 
My Mind is the only safe escape-
As the Woes of Life doth take their toll
Lo, this World is all but fair!
(But 'tis only a brief, short-lived stay) 
Oh, my Soul of sweet despair-
May the Hands of Death carry me away...

Copyright © | Year Posted 2013



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Date: 12/30/2013 6:41:00 PM
Haven't seen you in awhile I wish you'd write something for me? OR a new collage? Light & Love
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Date: 12/31/2013 10:14:00 AM
I hope to get back to my usual TPS activity and participation very soon, Debbie. I sincerely appreciate the sentiment. My life has been turned upside down the past few weeks and I will be back for sure on Friday (I hope). Thanks for checking in on me :)
Date: 11/25/2013 7:48:00 AM
I imagine you being low in spirit when you penned this one. Liven up my friend, you're a great MAN. FRIEND,JM
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Date: 11/25/2013 7:51:00 AM
Thanks, JM. It's an older piece, but expresses a sentiment that can be found in abundance throughout my work. I appreciate the review :)
Date: 11/9/2013 10:06:00 AM
Chan, This is terribly sad but terribly good at the same time. Your rhymeing has such a smooth flow, I love it. It's my hope that Death will "stay it's gnarly grip" so you can write more poems. :) John
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Date: 11/9/2013 1:03:00 PM
Thanks so much for the read and review, John :)
Date: 11/1/2013 1:13:00 PM
I see where you're going here. I like your ryhming scheme, I've used this as well to great effect. Good job with this! MC
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Date: 11/1/2013 1:20:00 PM
Thanks for dropping by and for the read and review, MC; much appreciated :)
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