Consciousness Correction

Like a blood-red moon on the zenith of the summer sky
Like a crimson bindi on the forehead of a bride, shy
I place you, O anger, within my core consciousness realm.
With agitations of cogitations, within I whelm...

My voice raises; my entire physique trembles; my face frowns.
My fist clenches; sweat cumulates; there’s a curve in my crowns.
Wherefrom does, like a monster, arise this strange aggression?
Hurting myself and others, I fall into depression.

Hatred springs up like a mushroom from a monsoon muddle.
Both, one in mind and one in heart, as long-lost friends, cuddle;
Pessimistic moods threaten, like protruding dagger tips,
Within, often occurs, the exasperation eclipse...

You, combined with malicious thoughts and words, are in my blood.
Within, feelings of absurdity and emptiness, flood
Like cobras in Coitus, you passionately amuse.
Like alcoholics in full booze, ultimately, I snooze.

To get rid of your clench, for me, is a constant struggle.
This is because our intimacy is like a snuggle.
Rooted in it is the short pleasure I merrily draw. 
I'm, like a chick in an eagle's inescapable claw.

The Divine intervention, at such a juncture, I plead.
Within unseen realms, as though wounded in battle, I bleed.
Crying, weeping, screaming, and screeching I come before God.
The consciously conscious who, with love and respect, is awed.

The havoc you caused in me during your satanic reign
Makes me understand that these hullabaloos are in vain
Sooner or later, like catharsis, you come to an end.
Towards freedom and sanctity, merrily, I transcend...
Copyright © | Year Posted 2023

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Kauffman Avatar
December 4, 2023 at 11:24 AM
Simply wonderful, Chris. With grace and elegance you have taken me with you on your journey with your stunning imagery and fresh images. Love the use of the word "merrily!" So indicative of your poetic skill in using words. Congratulations on your win! Blessings as you continue your journey!
Kelii Kekaula Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 5:31 PM
An excellent display of your talents, Christuraj. Forgive the absence of my eloquence that was stolen by all three sisters, whereto, yours is evidently, unrivaled, my friend. Well placed honor. Aloha, William
Goldsmith Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 7:46 AM
Congratulations on your wonderful win. Love you line, "Hatred springs up like a mushroom from a monsoon muddle." So very true... Have a wonderful/blessed day with your win....................
Poet Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 6:18 AM
Congratulations on your win, Chris, your poem is well-written and so lovely.
Alex Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 7:41 AM
Thank you very much. May God Bless You!
Lamoureux Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 5:46 AM
Steeped in emotions. Congratulations on being selected. Well done.
Alex Avatar
November 30, 2023 at 7:40 AM
Thank you very much. May God Bless You!
George Avatar
November 18, 2023 at 8:17 PM
"I'm, like a chick in an eagle's inescapable claw." All of us experience such ambivalences in our nature. Though we have many qualities sometimes, negative emotions like anger dominate in us making our behavior hurting and contemptible. Only God's intervention can right our consciousness. Great poem Chris. Please check your inbox.
Alex Avatar
November 18, 2023 at 8:55 PM
Thank you very much. May God Bless You!
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