Hopeful

Hopeful Time to go home there’s that cursed bell Excitement for most - for him an impending hell A torturous journey - that takes him down life’s dark path His old friend ‘Panic’ enters causes a disturbing wrath ‘Humming the blues - got to choose - life or pain - pay the dues Got to cruise - feel the screws - no one cares if I win or lose The bell has rung - I walk among - a beast that preys - on the young With a tangled tongue - a sad song sung - the noose has strung’ Before the hyperventilating starts - he must leave Can’t show them his cowardice - he does believe His projected fear - needs to be kept well hidden He’s part of the pack - so he knows it’s forbidden ‘The lone wolf cries - no more alibis -got to face the lies Hide the guise - cut the ties - frowning fear will hypnotize Swallow the pain - drain the brain - I sustain the strain My words detain - a recluse constrain - in a demons domain’ He hangs with the cool guys - they chose with care His muscles and strength - but he’s starting to despair This game they play - does not appeal like it did Preying on the weak and frail - his emotions he hid ‘Pressure from peers - hiding the tears - trying to switch gears Pride appears - with fermenting fears - yielding my youthful years I’m part of a clan - almost a man - fighting in streets without a plan No more a fan - go back to where I began - Hi my name is Stan’ To gain recognition - he accepted their invite Felt flattered at first- when they praised his fight Deception but a foolish game that he played well Stand up to them he must - to escape this Hell ‘Fists of fury - I’m now judge and jury - no more in a hurry It’s my new story, no more to worry, get rid of the bully No more in shame, myself to blame, time to put out the flame Not playing this game, so I can reclaim my original domain’ He’s hardly recognizable now - this boy called Stan He’s a boy with a purpose - and a very real plan The future for him -to bring bullies to their knees To clear his conscience and his sad past to release Collaboration with Maria Williams and Winged Warrior Thank you once again, my friend, for this poetic dance...hopefully, it can touch someone... "Suicidal thoughts are common in teenagers, and suicide is the second highest cause of death, after car crashes and other unintentional injuries.Bullying and cyberbullying are major risk factors for teen suicide. And both the bullies and their victims are at risk." 'That's according to a report from the American Academy of Pediatrics.' The greatest thing about Poetry Soup is...meeting beautiful people all around the globe...one of them is Maria Williams and (her husband Ron)...two Angels put on this earth...to make us smile and uplift our hearts :)...thank you for that. Music video by Bars and Melody performing Hopeful. (C) 2014 Simco Limited - Published on Jul 7, 2014

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Joanna Daniel

Date: 9/28/2017 6:06:00 AM

An excellent collaboration, WW and Maria, on a great theme not oft spoken of:)

Demetrios Trifiatis

Date: 9/27/2017 2:07:00 AM

A heroic battle cry of two fearless warriors that alas leaves the beast of bullying undeterred! A wondrous collaboration dear friends, MW and WW , with admirable results. Congratulations to you both. God bless you!

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 3:55:00 AM

On behalf of WW and me thank you so much Demetrios. I really appreciate the time you took to visit and comment my dearest friend....Maria xxx

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 9/27/2017 1:56:00 AM

- Always a pleasure to read your and Maria's co-write - A highly relevant topic - an issue that matters to many people - hugs // Anne-Lise :)

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 3:58:00 AM

Thank you so much Anne-Lise, a topic that needs to be discussed more in schools as well. On behalf of WW I thank you for the visit....Maria

Nette Onclaud

Date: 9/26/2017 4:05:00 PM

incredible collab deeply expressed through your detailed lines about this sad predicament in society... hope shines, WW and Maria!...huggs

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 4:00:00 AM

Thanks so much Nette, I really appreciate your visit and comment dear friend. Yes indeed it is a sad predicament....Maria & WW

Paul Callus

Date: 9/26/2017 2:37:00 PM

It certainly touched me, Maria & WW!! Well done to the both of you for this excellent and illuminating poem. Bullying is a curse that has spread like wildfire; it is our duty to nip it in the bud wherever possible. As an ex teacher I know the horrible effects it leaves in its wake. Best regards // paul

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 4:03:00 AM

Thanks so much Paul, both WW and I really appreciate your visit and astute comments dear friend. Yes I'm afraid in spite of everyone doing their bit, it is spreading like wild fire. ...Maria

Russell Sivey

Date: 9/26/2017 6:43:00 AM

This subject is a tough one for many people, especially if you know someone that has gone through this! I surely loved reading your grandiose poem here this morning! What a fabulous piece you two, you both knocked it out of the park with this awesome poem, Great Work!!

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 4:05:00 AM

Thanks so much Russell for the visit and comment. Yes indeed a tough subject for loved ones to handle. We really appreciate your visit....Maria and WW

Maria Williams

Date: 9/25/2017 6:32:00 PM

You know as always it is such a pleasure to work with you WW, I especially loved this collaboration, as I'm sure it will touch a lot of hearts. Such an important topic to get out there. I totally agree that joining PS put me in touch with a lot of beautiful people ,especily like minded ones like you.Might have to consider changing your name? Eminem, eat your heart out.Lol.....Your partner in Rhyme, Maria. xx

Heidi Sands

Date: 9/25/2017 1:14:00 PM

This is a work of art. Congratulations to the both of you with this great poem touching upon such an important topic! :)

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 8:08:00 AM

Thank you so much Heidi both for the visit and comment, we really appreciate it...WW and Maria

Silent One

Date: 9/25/2017 12:59:00 PM

Wow what an amazing collaboration about a very important subject.. love that stanza about the lone wolf.. you have both exceeded yourself here..

Maria Williams
Date: 9/28/2017 12:46:00 AM

Thanks so much Si, both for dropping by and the support you've always shown dear friend....WW and Maria

Vijay Pandit

Date: 9/25/2017 11:45:00 AM

Thanks to you WW and to Maria for highlighting this topic-- which most of us have trouble expressing and discussing--well written for impact--love the upbeat ending!!

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 8:10:00 AM

Thanks Vijay, so glad that you think so. Yes it is a topic that needs to be discussed and brought out in the open more...Maria and WW

Maureen Mcgreavy

Date: 9/25/2017 10:47:00 AM

Wonderful collaboration on such an deeply affecting topic. I am again reminded how lucky I am to have grown up before the advent of cyber bullying, I can't imagine being a kid nowadays. xomo x2 :)

Maria Williams
Date: 9/27/2017 8:16:00 AM

Yes indeed Maureen, how different our world was. It is so much more difficult with the youth of today, the need all the help that they can get. Thank you for the visit and comment, really appreciate it...Maria ad WW