Yoni Dvorkis Poet Senryu

Growing Pains

Coldest winter night
Someone make the yelling stop
I can't fall asleep

Why she picked a fight
Tears of guilt fall drop by drop
I tried counting sheep

Mommy turn the light
On, so I can see your face
Promises to keep

Mommy hold me tight
Don't let go of my embrace
Mommy please don't weep

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March 24, 2009 at 1:23 PM Interesting series--one that is too often a reality. The title compliments the poem well. Thank you for sharing your talent with us and for your kind comments. Have a good day! Karen

Sara Lokken March 21, 2009 at 9:48 PM So chilling and haunting. Much remembered pain. I can feel your inner child in this visceral piece. Best wishes, Sara

Hgarvey Daniel Esquire March 19, 2009 at 6:45 AM Dear Yoni, A Beautiful Haiku Series The message very clear Awesome Write Please read my Haiku series"The Mirage YOU See is POETRY" YOUR POETRY FRIEND...HG

L'Nass Shango March 19, 2009 at 5:02 AM Yet only tears can dilute the trauma in the memory of earth's living witnesses. Very disturbing, very compassionate.

Arany P. March 18, 2009 at 11:43 PM so touching... lovely haiku and the title just fitting! its always in the dark that women weep... i for example, just so my mom thinks i am strong ... well anyway, take care, Yoni! ~ Arany

Lena Townsend March 18, 2009 at 9:35 PM I love the way this is written but the pain within the words is so clearly expressed. This piece really hits home for me, reminding me of my own childhood. Very well written but heartbreaking. Peace, Love, and Light be with you always. Smiles from Lolita

Carolyn Devonshire March 18, 2009 at 8:48 PM Yoni, I can see the struggle of which you spoke in your comment on my work when I read this poem. It is so sad that children have to suffer, and I'm sorry for your pain. This is a haunting piece, filled with an angst from which we should protect children. Very nice! Love, Carolyn