Disturbed Minds

DISTURBED MINDS

Pete was a handsome young boy, only fifteen years of age,
Had PSYCHOSIS, his reality severely distorted, a mental disorder,
Felt that his brain was contained in a wrought iron cage, 
Knew that ultimately, his life would be harder and shorter!

Pete’s father, was the local village mayor, his mother a social worker,
His father had influence and could exercise force, he had LEVERAGE,
After a FRAGMENT of conversation, promising his son was no shirker,
Secured him a job with the carpenter, a daily lunch and a beverage!

Pete would BEVEL, making slopes and angles in wood and stonework,
But was disturbed, his mind chaotic, could see it in his eyes,
He met Kylie, a young girl with the same condition, this did perk
Pete a little, visited a DERELICT house, confused, neither world wise!

They often discussed how different and unwanted and crazy they were,
And came to a firm decision, a determined blood RESOLUTION,
They would die together, and hugged and kissed, their beings astir,
No more meds, feeling bad or ugly stares, they would find a solution!
	
They made love, not knowing why, and began quickly walking home,
Passed a SINKHOLE, so dark and deep, if water could find a route,
To disappear, so could they, jumped in, so no longer did aimlessly roam,
Life was a cheat, gave a wrong ILLUSION, no one heard either shout!

EIGHT WORD CHALLENGE POETRY CONTEST
SPONSOR KAI MICHAEL NEUMANN
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Krutsinger Avatar
June 18, 2019 at 3:30 PM
Nicely done; I usually do not even try on these contests; too restricted for me. Good luck in the contest my friend.
Proxenos Avatar
June 19, 2019 at 2:26 AM
Thank-you Caren, I only read the last rule after my submission of this poem that there was a restriction of 16 lines and mine are 20 - I enjoyed writing this poem very much, as these unfortunate people are always close to my heart. Hugs, Jennifer.
Andresen Avatar
June 14, 2019 at 4:06 AM
- A heartbreaking poem ... really skillfully written my soul friend - Best wishes in the contest :) - hugs // Anne-Lise :)
Proxenos Avatar
June 14, 2019 at 4:16 AM
Hi Sunshine Smile - I think I made my poem too long - we'll see - thank you for your wishes. Hugs, Jennifer.
Laurie Avatar
June 13, 2019 at 8:25 PM
G'day Jennifer … the feeling of hopelessness and despair can lead to situations like this, so your poem Jennifer depicts how two with like mind problems find a solution - thank you Jennifer - Lindsay
Proxenos Avatar
June 14, 2019 at 1:23 AM
Thank you Lindsay, my heart goes out to people in this predicament - lonely, sad souls. Thank you for a thoughtful comment as always Lindsay! Hugs, Jennifer.
Onclaud Avatar
June 13, 2019 at 2:54 PM
ohh, a stirring storyline reflecting ' noir' depiction of a troubled mind, dear jen... you make greeat thrillers.. and yes, i missed your poems too... i was on a health-break... huggs
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June 13, 2019 at 3:21 PM
A little deep and dark I must admit, unhappy souls that drift through life often without a loving family to support the, so suicide is a comfortable option for them! Thank-you for an awesome comment my friend, may your poetry forever flourish! Hope you feel on top of the world after your break, I think i'm also nearing a break! Hugs, Jennifer
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June 13, 2019 at 6:40 AM
Very heartbreaking write. Well penned. Thanks for sharing it.
Proxenos Avatar
June 13, 2019 at 3:23 PM
a heartbreaking ailment Ravi - sad and desperate souls that found comfort in the decision they took together. Thank-you for visiting, Best wishes, Jennifer.
Mcconnell Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 3:35 PM
So powerful and sad piece Jenny, you pen this so well taking us through the emotions evident in it all. Have a blessed evening, Gordon
Proxenos Avatar
June 13, 2019 at 12:35 AM
It is very heart rending to live with someone who is terminally ill. They break your heart a little everyday. Thank-you Gordon, have a blessed day. Hugs, Jennifer.
Lamoureux Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 1:20 PM
Blessings to you as well.;0)
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 2:14 PM
xxx
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June 12, 2019 at 1:16 PM
You have a flowing ink that captures the soul of the stories and catches your avid reader's imagination and attention! You amaze with the quality and quantity of love your reader can feel while reading your work of art! A poet in heart and a beauty in mind! A great pleasure to read, dearest Jenny.. warmest wishes, love and hugs.
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June 12, 2019 at 2:13 PM
Besma dear friend - I miss your presence in poetic form on poetry soup - but I feel the presence of your soul always - thank -you for a wonderful comment dear soul sister - may you be blessed always. Jenny xxx
Godwin Avatar
June 11, 2019 at 11:45 PM
NOW I'm totally convinced you could write many intoxicating, riveting short stories! I was involved whole-heartedly all the way thru. Good luck in the contest (such hard words!) and all else! Poetry hugs ... CayCay
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 1:04 PM
I'm happy you enjoyed this poem CayCay - thanks for your wishes - a real challenge. Hugs Jennifer.
Wolf Avatar
June 11, 2019 at 10:43 PM
Disturbed and disturbing story... intriguing way of meeting the challenge. Best wishes, Gershon
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 1:02 PM
Hi Gershon, Psychosis is a disturbing ailment - must be very lonely people trapped in mental torture - thanks for a thoughtful comment Gershon - keep well, Hugs, Jennifer.
Lamoureux Avatar
June 11, 2019 at 5:19 PM
This is quite the story. Well done!
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 12:57 PM
Thank-you for an encouraging comment Richard - blessings and hugs, Jennifer.
Sands Avatar
June 11, 2019 at 3:38 PM
Well done! I agree, powerful and sad. Creatively written :)
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 12:56 PM
Thank you for a lovely comment Heidi - a terrible ailment - Psychosis - suicidal thoughts probably rife in many! Hugs, Jennifer.
Sergi Avatar
June 11, 2019 at 3:08 PM
Avery sad but powerful poem, Jennifer! I wish you well in the contest.
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 12:51 PM
Thank-you Ralph, I made one or two alterations but I think too late! I enjoyed the challenge. Hugs, Jennifer.
Pandit Avatar
June 11, 2019 at 12:47 PM
WOW! This feels so real and heartbreaking my friend..you are quite a storyteller, Jennifer. They genuinely bonded together for the same cause..well written.
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 8:53 AM
Yup, it was destined they meet to plan their own sad fate - dreadful disease - thank you Vijay for a terrific comment, hugs and blessings, Jennifer.
Rodrigues Avatar
June 11, 2019 at 12:02 PM
Wow, Jennifer, quite a story to meet the challenge! Hugs...Kim
Proxenos Avatar
June 12, 2019 at 8:51 AM
Thanks Kim - I took a bit longer doing it but enjoyed the challenge, always up for one! Hugs, Jennifer.
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