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Lament of a Former Dark Soul

Lament Of A Former Dark Soul 

I was: once darken shadow of a real man
Those I met soon found me so very bad
Like false gold in a rusty, shallow pan
Time eventually revealed me an evil cad

I was: the partaker of my own laments
A demon hellbent on satisfying my lust
Broken down, scarred covered in dents
Charming for sure but not one to trust

I was: a mist that wraps and engages
Smooth talker, master of the love arts
A dark, evil force when in my rages
Ripping many kind, loving hearts apart

I am: now an angel that found the Light
A prayer offered, the blessing found me
Seeking truth and mercy, all thats right
Away from darkness my soul did then flee

I am: a voice that cries to be so kind
Once wretched spirit giving out pain
Light brought truth invading my mind
That darkness, never shall return again

I was: once darken shadow of a real man
Those I met soon found me so very bad
Like false gold in a rusty, shallow pan
Time eventually revealed me an evil cad

Robert J. Lindley, 04-27-2015

Note : A sinner was I. Not as bad as my write portrays(poetic leeway) but 
bad enough to see my former self in true light.
Don't blame me, my muse forced this one out of me!
I hope I did not shatter any images of my kind, and generous
self...

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Kelly Deschler

Date: 4/28/2015 5:25:00 PM

Their is light at the end of the tunnel for those who find their way out of the darkness... I'm glad that you are leaving the past behind and living for tomorrow, my friend. A great introspective write that many can relate to. Well done, Robert!

Gary Bateman

Date: 4/27/2015 6:48:00 PM

Robert My Very Good Friend . . . A most poignant and direct write on a sensitive topic. Be assured that no one who walks the face of this Earth is perfect. And I certainly include myself in that worldwide group. Being able to admit mistakes and to make amends is that act of contrition and understanding which makes each of us all the more human. Have no worries -- Be happy!! BTW, A great write as always!! A "7" + FAV!! Best Wishes, Gary

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 4/27/2015 6:03:00 PM

Very good poem and well written Robert on a subject that barely one person can escape from in form or another. We all have our skeletons in a cupboard. Thank you Robert - Lindsay

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 4/27/2015 1:20:00 PM

Dear Robert, we have all done things that are sad to recall. You have always seemed very kind and generous in the time I've known you. As the song goes, "I once was lost, but now I'm found..." You wrote this straight from your heart and I love it! Hugs, Carolyn