Edwin Hofert Poet Rhyme

Not Forgiven

Not Forgiven

Sometimes, when I’m all alone
and I know the world can’t see.
I peer into the shadows
living deep inside of me.

Consider ways of yesterdays
and lessons that I learned.
Smoke stained walls and darkened halls from bridges that I burned.

Pictures hanging here and there
of those I learned to Love.
Hoping that they’re doing well,
when push comes down to shove.

Remnants laying on the floor,
it’s someone’s broken heart.
I can’t deny so I won’t try
I know I played my part.

Scars remain somewhere somehow
from things not meant to be.
I’ve forgiven all but one.
I’ve not forgiven me.

So I go where you don’t know,
a place the world can’t see.
I peer into the shadows
and I never will be free.

Edwin C Hofert

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Viv Wigley January 25, 2018 at 1:37 AM I believe we all have that dark core that is no inner sanctum, Edwin, housing the bitter remnants of the what-ifs and could-haves, and shouldn'ts. I have found it useful to let God tidy it up as I am incapable. Only after he has forgiven me can I forgive myself, it isn't a one-man job. A fine write, thoughtful. Regards, Viv

Richard Lamoureux January 18, 2018 at 11:56 AM This is well expressed Edwin. I am moved by your words and the part that points to my own inner shadows.