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Seeping and crawling came my fear. I couldn’t see it very clear. Tension mounting as it came near, Transforming it into a tear. Anxiously waiting, couldn’t hear, My eyes were staring with a leer. Then I felt it, it seemed so clear. Arriving quickly, it was here. Shimmering, I felt it unfold. Negative thoughts had taken hold. Anguish entered into the fold. I’ll get the light; I must be bold. What has given me such a scare? Just another stupid nightmare.

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Duke Beaufort

Date: 2/26/2024 10:58:00 AM

There are so many levels of fear as it builds and wanes. Dreams have an interesting way of dealing with it, which I can attest to personally. They are sometimes so vivid and easily forgotten....except for the most terrifying ones.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/26/2024 9:35:00 PM

I agree, fortunately, I have very few terrifying ones. Knock on wood! Thanks for reading and commenting on so many of my poems, Duke. It takes reading more than one to get a good feel for what to expect when you read more of a poets poems. See you soon! Bill

Sotto Poet

Date: 2/23/2024 5:26:00 PM

Dear friend Bill, your portrayal of fear's insidious grip on our psyche is excellent. Your writing adeptly follows the path from initial discomfort to the overwhelming presence of worry, creating deep and enduring impacts. Choosing the right words paints a vivid picture of fear creeping into the mind, altering into a sob of pure anguish.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/23/2024 9:59:00 PM

I'm glad it conveyed the feeling I was looking for. Thanks for the visit and comments, my dear friend. I'm encouraged by your visits and your poetry. Have a pleasant weekend! Bill

Jay Narain

Date: 2/23/2024 10:18:00 AM

The nightmares need to be shrugged off, like a bad dream. Nice write.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/23/2024 10:13:00 PM

Thanks for the comment, Jay. I agree, Let them go. :-) A poet friend in Texas, Bill

Jerry Brotherton

Date: 2/23/2024 9:32:00 AM

Some brilliant storytelling, Bill. I could feel the tension mounting throughout the poem. Excellent read, my friend.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/23/2024 10:20:00 PM

Thanks, Jerry. I seldom have nightmares anymore, but sometimes I'm a bit disorientated when my dreams wake me up and I don't immediately know it's just a dream. Thanks for the visits and comments. Bill

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 2/23/2024 8:08:00 AM

Dear Bill, The way you've captured the creeping tendrils of fear and the suffocating grip it can have on our minds is both stark and haunting. The poem's progression, from the initial unease to the overwhelming presence of anxiety, is palpable. Your word use creates pictures of the fear slowly seeping into every corner of your consciousness, transforming into a tear of anguish. The poem's resolution, where you muster the courage to confront your fears, is both cathartic and empowering. Bill this is a powerful reminder that fear often loses its power when we shine a light on it and face it head-on. Very Enjoyable Read! - Blessings, Daniel

Bill Baker
Date: 2/23/2024 10:25:00 PM

Thanks for reading and commenting on my poetry, Daniel. I definitely believe we should face our fears head-on ... as soon as possible is also good. Jesus said. "In this world we will have trials and tribulations but be of good cheer for I have overcome the world." Everything we physically fear is in this world and with Christ we can overcome all fear. apreaching again. lol Have a good evening, my friend. Bill

Linda Alice Fowler

Date: 2/23/2024 7:06:00 AM

LOL. Nightmares are a great release of those pent up emotions. :)

Bill Baker
Date: 2/23/2024 10:48:00 PM

I agree, Linda. I don't have them anymore, but still wake up from dreams disorientated sometimes. It's a good way to let the mind dismiss what it can't handle in reality, metaphorically. Thanks for the visits and comments, my friend. Bill

Vijay Pandit

Date: 2/23/2024 5:33:00 AM

Those nightmares can roil our nights and ruin our peace--something we can do without. We all can relate to your poem, Bill.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/23/2024 10:50:00 PM

Your right, Vijay, they can be quite disruptive at times. Have a pleasant weekend, my friend. Bill

Sara Kendrick

Date: 2/23/2024 4:20:00 AM

I can feel the anxiety building up so a great poem that keeps the reader in suspense. Thanks for sharing..Sara K

Bill Baker
Date: 2/23/2024 10:51:00 PM

I tried to let it develop slowly for affect. Thanks for reading and commenting on my poetry, Sara. Smiles ~ Blessings Bill

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 2/22/2024 9:51:00 PM

Don't we all get them from time to time. Thank you for writing this sonnet.

Bill Baker
Date: 2/22/2024 9:56:00 PM

Yes, and they can seem so real. Sleep tight, my friend. Bill