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Oasis, Oblivion, Odyssey Contest   Sponsor: Constance La France

January 3, 2024

Oblivion

"If it's a human flaw to occasionally desire to live in oblivion, I plead guilty to my fault." Quote by Poet
I wish I could fade into a realm of oblivion even if it's just for a few moments in time. Or be unaware of the mountains I climb Long enough for my heart to heal from wounds it continues to feel If only I could recede into shadows of oblivion so sorrowful memories might vanish with me, or seep into the sea and set my mind free. I'm weary and my soul has become bleak trying to be rid of the past, I'm too weak. Let me slip into the darkened void of oblivion to wilt and wither like petals of a cut flower. I'd thank the gentle mercy of the wind's power to hide my jagged scars from prying eyes, but I cannot don a mask in life as a disguise. I would vanish in a raging storm of oblivion as my fate to disappear inside a nimbus cloud. I'd be quietly meek when thunder roars aloud and mingle my tears with pouring rain if I thought I had something to gain. Don't deny me my quest to be lost in oblivion. Never wake me from the beauty of my dreams. Let me linger in darkness because it seems I can shrink into a stupor of mediocrity... content to be abstruse; invisible in obscurity.
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Seeker Avatar
January 17, 2024 at 7:56 PM
The void of vibrant silence, yes. Beautifully penned, Lin, enjoyed. Warmest congratulations on your win.
Andresen Avatar
January 15, 2024 at 7:21 AM
- Beautiful and deep feelings, Lin - Congratulations on your win in the contest :) - hugs
Lane Avatar
January 15, 2024 at 11:18 AM
Hi Anne-Lise and I appreciate your congrats and hugs!
Alex Avatar
January 14, 2024 at 8:20 PM
"If only I could recede into shadows of oblivion so sorrowful memories might vanish with me" - An in-depth writing on Oblivion. Congratulations!
Lane Avatar
January 15, 2024 at 11:17 AM
Hi Chris, and thank you very much for your kind thoughts.
La France Avatar
January 14, 2024 at 4:19 PM
Lin, beautiful poem, and congratulations on your win in my contest, well done, Constance
Lane Avatar
January 15, 2024 at 11:17 AM
Thank you ever so much for your acknowledgement of my poem, Constance. I'm honored.
Narain Avatar
January 4, 2024 at 9:43 AM
Beautiful poem. I can relate to your feelings.
Lane Avatar
January 8, 2024 at 5:59 AM
Thanks ever so much, Jay.
Cunningham Avatar
January 3, 2024 at 10:29 PM
As we go through life we often encounter heavy storms and all we want to do is withdraw into ourselves to a place where we feel safe from the outside world and stay until the storm passes. Good luck in the contest Lin. Tom
Lane Avatar
January 4, 2024 at 7:38 AM
You're right, Tom. It's a haven we seek in those times. Thanks so much.
M  Avatar
January 3, 2024 at 3:31 PM
So lovely Lin…..l understand that feeling very well….beautifully expressed! Debx
Lane Avatar
January 3, 2024 at 3:54 PM
Thank you, Deb. You're always offering me your smile with your comments. Hugs and ;-)
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