Loneliness

Loneliness is a dark vapor
That surrounds and suffocates
Chilling the soul and
Willing the self to die
But in my mind I speak
To things not easily seen
Despite the darkness and gloom
One must look towards the light
It may take reflection or reason
Perhaps the healing waters of time
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Johnson Avatar
April 1, 2010 at 8:20 AM
They saved the best for last in this week's poems. I enjoyed this one. Congratulations on being featured.
Arteaga Avatar
March 29, 2010 at 1:13 AM
yes being lonely help us reflect even though we do mot enjoy the time doing so, nice poem
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