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Destiny of Tragedy

Inside these caverns of treasure Inside these caverns of pleasure I’ve found ecstasy I’ve found agony It’s my tragedy It’s my destiny I can’t accept these things that you left me One empty promise after another Inadequate lover Now I see you for what you are You’re never going to reach the stars Inadequate liar Burn in the fire Bleed eternally I sift through the ashes Now just memories of what used to be It’s all gone now Now these walls stand in between It’s my tragedy It’s my destiny…

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 5/26/2009 7:46:00 AM
Welcome to PoetrySoup Joseph. I am hoping to read many more poems written by you. Love, Carol
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Date: 5/23/2009 4:52:00 PM
Very thought-provoking write, Joseph. Hope you can release the ashes of these sad memories and find a brighter destiny. Anyone who makes empty promises does not deserve to win a poet's heart. Welcome to Poetry Soup! Love, Carolyn
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Date: 5/23/2009 4:43:00 PM
wow.... the title promised a unique poem. Love the title!! and also how blunt you are about the theme: Destiny of tragedy. Always love to read something unique. Enjoy your day.
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