Quicksand

Today I see how life can 
change drastically.
Yesterday I was ready to
Iive my dreams.
But today I'm stuck in
quicksand.
I can't breathe and I'm
suffocating.
It's closing in all around 
my heart and soul.
But I see a bright light but
it's going dim right before
me eyes.
I want to trust in the the 
light but darkness is
caving in.
Where is everyone?
I'm trying hold on but
each grip I take it crumbles
before me.
Where is my family and 
friends?
I'm stuck in quicksand on
a deserted island.
I need shelter from this storm
that's brewing all around me.
I don't want to be in this
God forsaken place but
I can't move.
How can life change so
fast?
If anybody is out there 
listening in a faraway land.
If you're there please help
me I can't breathe.
I'm falling fast and the darkness
is drowning up the dim light.

Alexis Y.
2-26-16

Copyright © | Year Posted 2016



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Date: 3/19/2016 6:00:00 PM
I think we can all relate to this Alexis life can change so dramatically in the blink of an eye:-) glad to see you back:-) hugs Jan xx
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Date: 3/19/2016 7:32:00 PM
Hi Jan, Yes I agree we all can relate to this feeling. I'm glad you stopped by its always a pleasure when you do.Alexis
Date: 2/27/2016 9:55:00 AM
Emotionally striking, Alexis. There are times when the world seems to be crumbling under our feet, but not to despair...you'll find that your feet are touching solid ground, and your head is still above danger! Have faith! ~ Regards // paul
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Date: 3/6/2016 8:40:00 AM
Hi Paul, Thank you so much for such a an awesome and encouraging comment. I will visit you soon. I'm not around much these days. However, I do miss your remarkable pen. Thank for visiting me its much appreciated:-) Alexis
Date: 2/27/2016 4:16:00 AM
Sweetie.....I hear. I'm here. What a write...I've felt this way many times. Sometimes...people can't hear the cry for help...It's unfortunate, but true. I was touched by this piece and am sending hugs.
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Date: 3/6/2016 8:45:00 AM
Hi Eileen, It really touches my heart when I write things other's can relate to. Thanks for the hug and kind comment. I'm sending you a hug right back. It's always a pleasure when you stop by:') Alexis
Date: 2/26/2016 10:10:00 PM
I have felt these words many times Alexis, beautiful poem!
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Date: 3/6/2016 8:48:00 AM
Hi Arthur, It really touches me as when people can relate to one of my poems. You know I really appreciate your support. Thanks for stopping by:-) Alexis
Date: 2/26/2016 7:45:00 PM
An emotional write - I think we can all relate to this feeling ... CayCay (life changes in 1 second - quick as that)
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Date: 3/6/2016 8:51:00 AM
Hi Cay Cay, I agree feelings such as these are universal. Thank you so much for the kind comment. I appreciate that you were the first to reply:-) Alexis
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