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Fearing the Vision

I felt our trouble brewing like a raging wind
and I, helpless to escape its stinging wrath.
In long dark corridors where he had sinned
I watched him crawling down an arcane path.

His murmurous mumblings I could not hear,
though echoed in a gravelly sonorous voice.
I knew instinctively there was much to fear.
In the surreal moment I had to make a choice.

When he woke on that cloudy thundering morn
I broached the problem that he could not defend.
His gorgeous green eyes were infused with scorn
and I cried knowing we'd reached the bitter end.
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I heard he keeps pretending everything is just fine
but I know his life is still ruled by the raging winds.
His dazzling smile is a façade that does not shine
when he looks in a mirror, for he sees his own sins.

If my dream had not become so frightening and vivid
my vision may not have found a way to make me see
the Mr. Hyde he becomes when his temper turns livid.
His next innocent victim could have possibly been me.


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4/24/16    MR's More Than the Eye can See Contest
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Whatley Avatar
April 29, 2016 at 8:58 AM
Very dark, and well expressed personal write Lin. Rage is a frightening chemical reaction, and fear - mankind's oldest emotion.
Lane Avatar
April 30, 2016 at 5:14 PM
Thanks for your nice compliments, Michael. They're appreciated very much.
Haight Avatar
April 25, 2016 at 3:26 PM
Dear Lin, your pain is deeply felt through the words in your excellent poem and so brought tears to my eyes. You are blessed with a poet's gift to be able to share your heart and soul to touch others this way. Best wishes for Mystic's contest. Hugs, Sandra
Lane Avatar
April 25, 2016 at 4:37 PM
I take the blame for your tears and your sweet compliments to heart. Thank you for such kind thoughts, Sandra. It's a pain that I'd rather not have firsthand knowledge of, but it helps with writing that my words come from emotions.
Raven Avatar
April 25, 2016 at 8:10 AM
Hi Lin, an excellent write as always. Sometimes it helps to bring out these memories and sometimes it doesn't. You manage to bring us into the heart of your write. Your words share with us the pain that you feel. Sometimes memories we bring forward can be as real as they were at the time. The pain is always there Lin but you have a strength within you that deals with it. Let your heart keep singing Lin for it sings with truth. You put my offering to shame. A seven and a fave. Hugs....Mike. XX
Raven Avatar
April 25, 2016 at 9:14 AM
All are deserved Lin, always a pleasure visiting....Mike. XX
Lane Avatar
April 25, 2016 at 9:00 AM
Nay that your offering is of less value than this one. Tis why I left a comment for you on your Vision poem. Thank you for all the lovely compliments, Mike.
Ashe Avatar
April 24, 2016 at 4:41 PM
One thing I am learning on this site is that the "pain" written about here is as real as the sensation of pain can get! Your writing's are truly what your life, being and soul know firsthand! This write has my attention! Your reply to Charlie though I must admit I am sooooo in agreement with!
Lane Avatar
April 24, 2016 at 5:14 PM
Writing about pain, whether it's physical or emotional has helped me express what I could never say to his face. He wouldn't see himself as he really is anyway, so instead of trying any longer to help him, I had to save myself. Your comments are always so intuitive, Walter. Thank you.
Scars Avatar
April 24, 2016 at 11:18 AM
Lin, so beautiful... you have a true gift..:)-luloo
Lane Avatar
April 24, 2016 at 5:11 PM
Thank you, Laura. First hand knowledge of such tragic circumstances is something I'd rather not have knowledge of, but I have to say it helps when writing, and in return-writing about it helps. I just wish it wouldn't be taking so long to clear it out of my system, but I think some memories(good and bad) never fade.
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April 24, 2016 at 11:15 AM
My dear, you have a way of making words come to life. This is a difficult piece to read, but life is not a walk in the park, is it. I'm touched by these words. Hope all is well...Hugs
Lane Avatar
April 24, 2016 at 5:08 PM
You're correct,Eileen. Not all relationships are fortunate enough to be filled with honey and roses. Thanks so much for your kind words, and yes...I'm quite well now.
Smith Avatar
April 24, 2016 at 10:09 AM
Well done Lin. This sounds to real not to be close to home. The problem is the next innocent victim is out there...G/L in the contest, Charlie
Lane Avatar
April 24, 2016 at 10:30 AM
The painful truth, Charlie. Some people should come with a warning label. Thanks for the read.
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