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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

Date: 1/19/2019 4:39:00 PM

WOW, just WOW!

Gary Smith
Date: 1/19/2019 4:42:00 PM

Thank you Black Matta. :)

Susan Ashley

Date: 11/21/2017 10:03:00 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
Date: 11/21/2017 11:45:00 AM

Thank you Susan :)

Ricky Muse

Date: 10/22/2017 7:41:00 PM

"No solace comes with passing time Just confusion in my mind." I like the indirect rhymes here. Interesting poem.

Gary Smith
Date: 10/23/2017 5:08:00 AM

Thank you Richard :)