Michael Degenhardt Poet Rhyme

Pain Be Gone

So be it then, the pain I shall endure
How I wish this loneliness was no more
This window’s closed and the door locked shut
While I sit with my eyes affixed to the floor

Though sounds exist, outside this home
I am prisoner to loneliness, this dire tomb
Eyes wanting light, light from the world
I curl then my arms and pray in this room

Oh, that someone, that someone, to break down this door
To free then the spirit, to walk on this floor
My loneliness gone, the thing I most pray
May I find another upon whom my love pours

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Brian Strand February 17, 2009 at 3:16 AM A very sad write Michael.Rgds Brian

Belinda Parish February 16, 2009 at 9:45 PM I can so relate to this. Sometimes the loneliness is overwhelming and you just want to shout to the world, 'I'm here, I'm here', but the shouting only falls on deaf ears. Good write my dear Michael, good write.

February 16, 2009 at 4:55 PM Yes, loneliness can feel like a prison. The emotion comes through your words here. Nice job! Karen

Deirdre Omaidin February 16, 2009 at 2:31 PM I think there is a lot of depth in this piece of writing. Its very strong and meaningful. I think half of the world can identify with this poem. Some will have a physical emptiness in their home but very many have that deep inner unfulfilled searching which of course is another form of loneliness. Regards: Déirdre

Sue Mason February 16, 2009 at 2:26 PM Beautiful write here Michael ... before pouring onto others ... smile ... love the man in the mirror and the times will be less lonely with or without someone else!! Thats just a little advice from an old lady ... LOL ...

Carrie Richards February 16, 2009 at 2:07 PM This is an open heart, pouring out such lonliness...well done, Michael...it speaks from a broken spirit, but with the hope of another love that may be waiting. ~ Carrie

Robin L. Gass February 16, 2009 at 11:44 AM Great deep imagery and emotion weaved into this piece. A very heartfelt plea. Beautiful poetry, Michael. Love, Robin

Laurie Ginn February 16, 2009 at 10:43 AM Michael lonliness is so cripling. Its hard to get peace from your thoughts when no one is there to distract you...good writing..Laurie

Carolyn Devonshire February 16, 2009 at 10:13 AM Dear Michael. I love your work! And I think if you open that door, you will find someone to share your love. Best wishes, Carolyn