Caged

Caged


                          Ill-fated dreams caged in the sphere of
                          
                          doom drowns in tears

                          Reawaked by the horde of indescribably

                          old unforgiving monsters

                          Facing fierce demons taunting the heart

                          battle to resist then go forth

                          Still forsaken and purposely condemned

                          by his rapidly corroding self-worth










Penned: 12/26/2021
9:00 p.m.
Lake Worth, Florida
USA
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Boles Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 2:16 PM
A circuitous struggle, with hopes of a positive ending, yet no sight of light at the end of the tunnel. Good insight Gershon!...ab
Wolf Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 8:17 PM
Seems as if the two -- 'ill-fated dreams' and 'corroding self-worth -- feed off of each other, creating a vicious cycle. ~ Just sayin'
Poet Avatar
December 30, 2021 at 5:49 AM
The sentiment evoked by your poem is quite intense, Anselmo. This is a very moving piece of writing. 'Caged dreams' tell us a lot in silence. I hope that most of your life's goals and ambitions turn into reality. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a remark on my page.
Boles Avatar
December 31, 2021 at 2:29 PM
Once again, thank you Lasaad for this visit, and I express here my true appreciation for your very positive thoughts and wishes. A healthy 2022 for you and yours...ab
Buhagiar Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 12:39 AM
Do you wish to forget your dreams or are they always with you. I pray for no dreams really because the ones I remember are nightmares.
Boles Avatar
December 29, 2021 at 11:23 AM
My dreams for quiet sometime now, had been very vague and fragmented. This poem is about goals in life that were unfulfilled, and guilt taunts the mind to the extreme, that his dignity and determination turned into desperation and despair. I hope your future dreams will be pleasant and inspiring. Cheers Victor!...ab
George Avatar
December 28, 2021 at 4:47 PM
This is a highly poignant write. 'Caged dreams' speak silently in volumes. In a way life is a battlefield . We have to trample over the carcasses of dead dreams many a time. The emotion your poem evokes is so very powerful, Anselmo !
Boles Avatar
December 28, 2021 at 5:43 PM
As always, thank you for your transparent perspective, Valsa. You are much appreciated!...ab
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