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Some parts of this city I should not go too few streetlamps dampened, wobbly wet walls. These are those parts that one ought not to know perfect settings where dark danger befalls. My mind has morphed the city I knew quickens my pace from sly shadows behind. Now meeting people who I stare straight through turning corners to streets I cannot find. Not belonging here only feeds my fear searching for a near nook, safe place to be. Far from silent steps behind me I hear striving eyes dart, hoping no one shall see. Tell me why, did I, venture out this day prime pulses pounding, one hastens away. Colored Pencil Illustration by G. Gaul 2023 8/26/21

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Lin Lane

Date: 11/25/2023 9:00:00 AM

Congrats on this one, Greg.

Lin Lane
Date: 11/27/2023 7:17:00 AM

Thank you for such nice compliments.

Greg Gaul
Date: 11/27/2023 7:01:00 AM

Thanks for your comment Lin. I was impressed with your entry and the fear it expressed. Congratulations on your high placement.

Ann Peck

Date: 9/23/2021 9:07:00 AM

"...turning corners to streets I cannot find..." is a beautiful phrase, poignant in its truth of so many ways. I love your poem!

Greg Gaul
Date: 9/23/2021 12:20:00 PM

So funny you picked that line, another fine poet said the same thing. Thanks ever so for your comment and visit.

Michael Miers

Date: 9/9/2021 4:01:00 PM

shadows and blind corners. really cool song

Greg Gaul
Date: 9/9/2021 6:27:00 PM

Very insightful commentary Michael. Thank you for your visit.

Constance La France

Date: 9/2/2021 2:56:00 PM

Greg, wonderful and congratulations on your win in my contest ~ peace and tranquility _ Constance

Greg Gaul
Date: 9/3/2021 5:56:00 AM

Constance, appreciate the placement and your hosting is invaluable to PS.

Christuraj Alex

Date: 8/26/2021 10:41:00 PM

A very beautiful sonnet. Congratulations on your win!

Greg Gaul
Date: 8/27/2021 5:52:00 AM

Your loyal visits and support are most appreciated.

Darlene De Beaulieu

Date: 8/26/2021 1:13:00 PM

Hello Greg Gaul, I would never venture out in dark laces. My inner voice would tell me not to.There could be danger there Better to be safe than sorry. Hugs..

Darlene De Beaulieu
Date: 8/27/2021 10:40:00 AM

Hello Greg, u donot venture out in the darkness unknown. It would be dangerous. You are welcome my friend. Hugs.

Greg Gaul
Date: 8/27/2021 5:53:00 AM

Darlene, I very much appreciate your positive support and frequent visits. It helps.

Sam Kauffman

Date: 8/26/2021 11:59:00 AM

Powerful lines Greg - "turning corners to streets I cannot find. The metaphor is striking. Your imagery is chilling "silent steps I hear behind me." Why do we not "venture out" into "dark places" and into the "dark night of the soul?" Really well done! A fav for me.

Greg Gaul
Date: 8/26/2021 2:11:00 PM

Sam, so glad this piece spoke to you or at least your spiritual sensibilities. Of which, I reckon your sense of soul as notable. This has been a repeating dreamscape of mine, lost in a dark city, not knowing where to turn. Thanks so much for your visit. It's a bit of a lifeline.