Faded Away

As nightfall creeps in
a man of 30 stands alone
with a heavy burden.
Not knowing what to do
he floats through life and time
Heartbroken, and still afraid 
of what the future holds.
Staring out his window he stands mesmerized
by memories of the one he loved
who never could love him back. 
Past memories haunt him until his world
comes tumbling down before his eyes.
He's existing but not really living
and will unknowingly die soon.
Lack of enthusiasm killed the spirit
that made him happy years ago;
not enough conscience numbed the soul.
Whatever happened to the young man
to make him grow so old?
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Mehta Avatar
August 14, 2010 at 5:27 PM
Growing old in the prime of life. Sad one, Margaret. A nice pen picture
Nutter Avatar
August 14, 2010 at 4:55 PM
Feel the pain and longing for time past and now to old to change. Excellent piece.
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