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Goddess of War

Furious scowls reveal marked displeasure Void of joy, she pointed her finger Muddling through a decayed existance Cloaked in hostility she sputtered and hissed While keeping her life clenched tight in a fist The goddess of war reigns pained indignance Afraid of losing control, she tightens her grip Unable to unlock the secret of this spiritual disease The angry spirit of menacing flesh has thrown away the key KA 2003

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Justin Bordner

Date: 1/14/2014 12:59:00 AM

Athena does have a temper, but she is good for the world. Thanks for the glimpse into her uncelebrated side Karen. J.A.B.

Rockman Pritts

Date: 10/18/2013 12:54:00 AM

Without knowing what lies within, beneath or behind, I can only say that this was a pretty good poem. I sense a bit of hostility fueled by anger. Hell hath no fury like that of a woman scorned. Thanks for the read. Rockman :-)

Karen Anglesey
Date: 10/22/2013 11:36:00 AM

She is a wonder to behold, she is a goddess having a bad hair day ...thank you for commenting.

Debbie Duncan

Date: 9/17/2013 10:44:00 AM

Awesome poem, I should write more like this ;}

Karen Anglesey
Date: 9/18/2013 6:24:00 AM

Hi Debbie, thank you for the lovely comment :)

Just That Archaic Poet

Date: 8/19/2013 9:37:00 PM

I swear, I love your style. Your wording is really just spot on. Feels like every single word got special consideration. I am amazed at the talent here; it's totally unlike any other poetry site I've joined. It's obvious that there is a genuine quality to everything you write. Kudos. I am going to enjoy perusing through your poetic portfolio!

Karen Anglesey
Date: 8/19/2013 10:53:00 PM

WOW... I hope I can continue on the same path of impressing the impressionable... thank you so much

Isaiah Zerbst

Date: 8/15/2013 9:51:00 AM

Great poem here... Lots of tension. I sense a lot of struggle and desperation also. Perfect for the subject of course.

Karen Anglesey
Date: 8/15/2013 10:37:00 AM

Isaiah, thank you for thee feedback. I appreciate your comments :)

Marquis Mc Mills-Cooper

Date: 8/13/2013 2:18:00 PM

I really like this poem, there's a beauty in it...a deadly women of great power -a definite attraction, adding this one to my favorites list! Great job here! MC

Karen Anglesey
Date: 8/13/2013 6:47:00 PM

Thank you for commenting.. I appreciate your insightful remarks :)

Debbie Duncan

Date: 8/3/2013 3:37:00 PM

nice write Karen,,,, The Concrete Angel poem I wrote as I was watching " kids with cancer"

Karen Anglesey
Date: 8/3/2013 6:47:00 PM

Debbie, thank you for the thoughtful words...Have a great night :)

Joseph May

Date: 8/3/2013 12:27:00 PM

very nicely penned Karen....I enjoyed the read

Karen Anglesey
Date: 8/3/2013 6:46:00 PM

Joseph, thank you for the visit. Have a splendid evening

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 8/2/2013 12:40:00 AM

Sure do wish there were no goddess of war!! The last line of this is very fitting! Wasn't Athena a goddess of war?

Karen Anglesey
Date: 8/2/2013 6:38:00 AM

Andrea. This is an observation from experiences with perplexing human behavior...sounds to mythical to be real..i agree :)

Stephen Kilmer

Date: 7/27/2013 3:04:00 PM

Yikes! The dark side peaks out in a very well written poem. I think I will put on my armor and ride with you to find the key! :=]

Stephen Kilmer
Date: 7/27/2013 3:50:00 PM

Ha! This is one tough old bird. But I will be careful. Never underestimate your friends or enemies. :}

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/27/2013 3:24:00 PM

Be careful, she may be able to pierce your armor :)

Danesh Morgan

Date: 7/27/2013 9:51:00 AM

Xena was a queen, you are her Supreme, Arise and Conquer, Beasts of men at whim!

Danesh Morgan
Date: 9/3/2013 1:08:00 AM

came back for a 2of serving. . . i was famished! lols

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/27/2013 3:24:00 PM

She does sound like she could conquer an army. Thank you for your in depth point of view :)

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 7/12/2013 4:23:00 PM

Scary, art imitating life!

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/12/2013 5:45:00 PM

Richard, yes indeed...thank you :)

Don Johnson

Date: 7/7/2013 5:00:00 PM

Cloaked in hostility she sputtered and hissed While keeping her life clenched tight in a fist great flow of rhyme right here babe... love it Don

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/7/2013 7:59:00 PM

Don, thank you for the in depth comments ...very much appreciated :)

Debbie Duncan

Date: 7/4/2013 2:59:00 PM

very well written Karen ,,,, thank you for liking my Thoughts,,, happy fourth of July ;}

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/4/2013 5:12:00 PM

Debbie, thank you for commenting. You have such pleasing poetry to read. Have an awesome day :)

Bukang Liwayway

Date: 7/3/2013 10:56:00 AM

a brave woman indeed..Thanks for sharing this awesome piece friend Karen...thanks for your nice comments on my poem. Have a great day!! Hugs, Maria :)

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/3/2013 6:42:00 PM

Maria, thank you for the nice comments :)

Richard D Seal

Date: 7/1/2013 5:36:00 PM

Sounds like one angry lady, thrown away the key, lost the plot, lost the idea of making peace, I wonder. Very well written Karen. I think I've met a few that would fit this vivid description. Take care, Richard

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/1/2013 5:42:00 PM

Richard, a very fearful and unhappy lady. Anger comes from fear, I suppose, which is also how I see war is formed. A parody between the making of war and exhibiting hostile emotions. Thanks !

Shadow Hamilton

Date: 7/1/2013 5:33:00 AM

Karen Ty for visiting my work and your lovely comments very inspiring. Goddess of war is an in depth write full of fury luckily caged very good pen

Karen Anglesey
Date: 7/1/2013 5:40:00 PM

Shadow, you are a pleasure to read. Thank you for taking the time to write a detailed viewpoint. :)

Kim Van Breda

Date: 6/30/2013 6:15:00 AM

A very perceptive insight into a tortured soul. Well written.

Karen Anglesey
Date: 6/30/2013 2:17:00 PM

Kim, tortured soul seems very fitting ... thank you :)

Cherl Dunn

Date: 6/29/2013 5:26:00 PM

Love this write and thank you for your comment on what if he knew.

Karen Anglesey
Date: 6/30/2013 2:16:00 PM

cherl, thank you for visiting and commenting :)

Poet Tacito

Date: 6/24/2013 10:17:00 PM

Fantastic! The power & slight ominous vibe from this makes these lines that much more....well...vengeful. Love it!

Karen Anglesey
Date: 6/25/2013 7:21:00 PM

Drake, interesting perspective "vengeful".... I love it that you got that emotion. Thank you !

Allan Koven

Date: 6/24/2013 8:33:00 PM

Karen, you speak your emotions through your poetry. Can one run away from anger and hostility? No, but one can change the way he/she thinks about things. Even Goddesses have that within their power. Allan

Karen Anglesey
Date: 6/25/2013 7:23:00 PM

Allan, This was written about a former coworker from years ago. Such an angry and critical person whom I befriended, but she wore me out ! I finally did have to walk away unfortunately. Thank you for commenting.