Michael Degenhardt Poet Rhyme

Resisting

So, demon then, think not you’ve won
I’m not your prisoner, you hold no key
I chose my options with careful thought
I will not be yours, rather, be set free
Know this for certain, you have no hold
No more to tempt me, I will not sway
I’ll find my way to escape the cold
But, not through you, no not today
As I will live, I’ll struggle too
But I will never give in to you

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Deirdre Omaidin January 18, 2009 at 8:50 AM Goodness, quite a remarkable piece, there is a great depth to this. Thanks for commenting on my haikus, cannot take at in number 3 as you suggested, would change the meaning and I had allowed showered as one syllable! Try saying it fast. ! Déirdre Ó Maidín

Steve Voorhees January 16, 2009 at 10:00 AM Its a nice feeling when you can change an painful scenario into an empowered stance to walk away, not looking back. Well, maybe glancing over the shoulder a bit.... Great write! Much love, Steve

Elaine George January 16, 2009 at 6:02 AM Hi Michael, Words of strong conviction. Lainie