Life On the Verge

Like a candle that is slowly melting
With the wind its flame is flickering
Its light is fading as it regress
As its wick becomes less and less

They say a man who’s on the edge
Will grab a knife, blood on its blade
When in doubt and you hesitate
Do what is right, in God have faith!

His world is spinning and He is dizzy
It’s like Vertigo, take it easy
He’s out of breath and deeply in pain
All of these things, is it in vain?

Looking up He’s going blind
Questions hanging in his mind
Leaving his loved ones behind
Answers soon He hopes He’d find

A gulp of air last taken
His heart stops and limbs stiffen
His eyelids are slowly closing
As life is gone and tears are falling
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

A   Avatar
March 24, 2016 at 7:04 PM
Christopher Vidal, Enjoyed the way you expressed every line. Please keep writing and sharing your poetry. LOVE LINDA
Vidal Avatar
March 24, 2016 at 9:38 PM
Thanks Linda! It means a lot to me! With much appreciation and love, >> Christopher
A  Avatar
January 16, 2016 at 5:15 PM
that was a deep read... thank you for sharing. SKAT
Vidal Avatar
January 17, 2016 at 10:54 PM
Thanks SKAT for the nice words! You're welcome!>> Christopher
Nunez Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 3:06 AM
Thought-provoking write, kabayan. Death being the ultimate experience, we can only surmise how it feels. Good one! Keep writing and posting. Come and visit as well. hugs!
Vidal Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 10:30 PM
Salamat Kim.
Vidal Avatar
November 2, 2015 at 6:13 AM
Thanks Kim for the kind and inspiring words! I appreciate it! Recently lost my cousin and these words came to my mind. I'll do that, hug you back! -- Christopher
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace