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In My Soul

When I was a teenager Nothing seemed to be fair So I rebelled And I dyed my hair It was as black as a moonless Halloween night Which echoed my spirit to my poor parents fright My days spun listlessly in an endless slog My core boiled and bubbled up infected soup of smog Throughout my journey many feelings lingered Handicapped by sensations my life it hindered Weak and fragile Consumed with the pain Inadequate and hopeless An incessant drain But something was brewing deep down within A burst of emotions But where to begin? A jumble of words spat onto the page Some words were woeful and some were pure rage Allowing stanzas to unravel I let the rhymes and verse unroll For I found passion in my heart Amid poetry in my soul

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Damian Keady

Date: 10/14/2019 11:47:00 AM

This is so profound and philosophical, I really enjoyed this Elaine. You certainly have poetry in your soul and forever may it live there! Best wishes as always - DAMO x PS. can't wait for your next write, whatever the words that tumble on to your page!

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/17/2019 6:57:00 AM

Thank you yet again for such a lovely comment, I truly appreciate them :-) x

James Inman

Date: 10/13/2019 1:47:00 PM

When we are young it seems to be all about the emotions, but, as we grow, there comes a time when the meaning behind that emotion becomes just as important. Sometimes you have to dig deep within yourself to find that meaning. Thank you for sharing a part of your journey.

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/17/2019 6:58:00 AM

Thank you for your visit James :-) x

Sandra Adams

Date: 10/8/2019 7:27:00 PM

Poetry is great therapy as well as a way of expressing ourselves.... beautiful penning :)

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/10/2019 8:01:00 AM

Thank you Sandra :-) x

Phil Capitano

Date: 10/7/2019 7:42:00 AM

Well done Elaine, you have found your voice; sing out loud and long. Namaste.

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/10/2019 8:00:00 AM

Thank you Phil :-) x

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 10/7/2019 7:20:00 AM

Poetry is a great way to express so many thoughts. I’m glad you found it.

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/10/2019 7:59:00 AM

Thanks Richard :-) x

Caren Krutsinger

Date: 10/7/2019 5:19:00 AM

Poetry is so in your soul! " A jumble of words spat onto the page Some words were woeful and some were pure rage" - this is therapeutic for me and you too I see! Terrific!

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/10/2019 7:59:00 AM

Oh most definitely! Thank you so much Caren :-) x

Gershon Wolf

Date: 10/6/2019 11:52:00 AM

There you go! You just needed an outlet...I think what you wrote reflects to some degree many of us, who also led frustrating teen-age lives. Kudos. ~ Myself included :)

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/6/2019 12:14:00 PM

Thank you Gershon. I have definitely found my outlet at last! :-) x

Silent One

Date: 10/6/2019 9:37:00 AM

Poetry is the best way to express yourself and say things the tongue refuses to do so...Great poem..

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/6/2019 10:22:00 AM

Most definitely! Thank you Silent One :-) x

Regina Mcintosh

Date: 10/6/2019 8:45:00 AM

This is a wonderfully written poem that I love. Your words are genuine and oh, so creative. Bless you always with love and prayers, Gina

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/6/2019 10:20:00 AM

Thank you so much Regina :-) love to you too x

John Gondolf

Date: 10/6/2019 8:37:00 AM

Thank you for sharing your poetic journey, Elaine, I love the last two lines! My rhymes were always in my soul as well but I didn't start sharing them until a couple years ago. Nicely written my friend. Hugs, John

Elaine Perrin
Date: 10/6/2019 10:15:00 AM

Thank you John :-) I have only just recently found the confidence to share mine, so your lovely words mean a lot x