Gary Smith Poet Rhyme

Just Distraction

Upon a rock I made my bed
Not seeking to be comforted,
If so, I'd have a quilt of down
And a feather pillow for a crown.

But no, I want it bare and stark
I want to wear the boulders mark
To feel a different kind of pain,
Distraction for my mind again.

No solace comes with passing time
Just confusion in my mind,
Life can bring such bitter sorrow
As it will again tomorrow.

Passing years bring scant relief
So heavy on my shoulders, grief.
Thus has brought me to this action
No easing it,  just distraction.

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Black Matta January 19, 2019 at 4:39 PM WOW, just WOW! Gary Smith January 19, 2019 at 4:42 PM Thank you Black Matta. :)

Susan Ashley November 21, 2017 at 10:03 AM Such a deeply compelling and heartfelt write Gary of pain and sorrow that there is no comfort for. Very emotional imagery vividly portrayed. A completely captivating first write here on PS! Gary Smith November 21, 2017 at 11:45 AM Thank you Susan :)

Richard Evans October 22, 2017 at 7:41 PM "No solace comes with passing time Just confusion in my mind." I like the indirect rhymes here. Interesting poem. Gary Smith October 23, 2017 at 5:08 AM Thank you Richard :)