Misfit

Wrappings long have been trashed 
A few nics encompass some character 
Sunlight drenched a deteriorated discoloration 
But still bravely I'm standing tall

Dark eyes forlorn for affection
As time's quickly winding down
A misfit struggling for acceptance
Watching others merrily marching on

Basement bottom feelings placate
Another piece of lead has broken off
Retired metal wheels of destruction 
Soon to be lying in a cloud of dust
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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White Avatar
March 16, 2017 at 6:34 AM
We misfit so well, don't we? Little by little disintegrating. But I see you and you see me. It's okay.
Salehi Avatar
December 21, 2016 at 2:12 PM
I know the feeling my friend... Merry Christmas and happy new year... Pashang
White Avatar
December 19, 2016 at 2:26 PM
Wonderful personification... And disturbingly, that's how I often feel and see myself.
Burch Avatar
December 19, 2016 at 10:18 AM
Ah! "Retired metal wheels of destruction..." Nice!! Love the entire last stanza!! Well done Tim. Hugggs. Deb
Green Avatar
December 19, 2016 at 9:10 AM
Sometimes it feels this way, just keep standing tall and keep your eyes open, good things wait just over the horizon.
Manassian Avatar
December 18, 2016 at 8:41 PM
You get the feelings of being a misfit clothed in words so well, Tim. Dark eyes forlorn for affection...how moving...how deep.
Dietrich Avatar
December 18, 2016 at 7:23 PM
Fantastic personification, Tim. The title is really good for it too.
Chircop Avatar
December 18, 2016 at 12:29 PM
Very sad and powerful Tim
Smith Avatar
December 18, 2016 at 12:38 PM
Thank you Charma
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