Fleeing Anguish

As fires rage in the huge town of Anguish
Many a soul perishes among all the flames
Burning to charred remnants of their trial
Until just one comes along to then effect change

He arrived unnoticed, he blended in well
He, too, was unsure of his role in this land
The people all knew him, for it was foretold
That the fires would end with a touch of his hand

Many had followed him along all the streets
Supporting his mission, his efforts to quell
He knew he was gaining power over the fires
As he rescued those in Anguish, from the flames of Hell

Through time and through thought he then came aware
His mission was clear, to end the town’s plight
He suppressed all the fires, released them from Anguish
As he led the people out, to the town of Delight

Now, Delight wasn’t far off, but yet distant enough
As it took only one to show the people the route
For those who supported, they followed along
And lived out their lives without worry and doubt
Copyright © | Year Posted 2008


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Date: 7/9/2008 6:39:00 AM
Biblical. Only the names are changed. This was an interesting write. Vince
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Date: 7/6/2008 6:46:00 PM
Nice write Micheal. I am glad that the soup is finally up and running. Today is the first day I could get back on the site. Look forward to reading more of your poems. God Bless Phyl
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Date: 7/4/2008 10:00:00 AM
So very well written with a melodius ring to it. Very enjoyable read, well done. Regards Heidie
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Date: 7/3/2008 10:10:00 PM
This was the best poem I have read of yours. I love stories in poetry, and you kept my attention from beginning to end. This was a supurb Quatrain and highly creative by using the words anguish and delight as nouns rather than adjectives. Love, Ivy
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Date: 7/3/2008 11:07:00 AM
outstanding write my friend and you have to read deep to catch this concept message was conveyed nicely everytime I want to give up I feel a surge to keep fighting and thats what me doing but think the other guy is up on me in the fight thanks for the encourgment to fight keep up the excellant writting sweet blessings
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Date: 7/3/2008 10:12:00 AM
Very epic like, but very wise also. Has a hopeful mood and feeling to this. Beautifully and thoughtfully written. -Sara:)
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