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Searching For Oblivion

You're crying, curled up in bed in a fetal position. And bullied by doubts and fears you feel completely alone. Unable to numb the hurt, bitter tears flow from your eyes. For it is unbearable when dreams start falling apart. Life feels more like a sentence, punishing you for mistakes. But what sin did you commit that love would abandon you? Your pillow preserves his smell, clinging onto memories. But his picture on the wall looks awkward and out of place. Love’s absence fuels anguish; you do not know what to do. And start rocking back and forth, searching for oblivion.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2015




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Date: 3/19/2018 10:26:00 PM
Strong lines: "Life feels more like a sentence punishing you for mistakes." and "slowly rock back and forth searching for oblivion." Well portrayed despair.
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Emile Pinet
Date: 3/20/2018 9:12:00 AM
Thanks Line, your continued support is truly appreciated my friend, Emile.
Date: 12/24/2015 5:19:00 PM
Excellent quatrains which flow so smoothly there is no need for rhyme, in fact, it's as if there IS rhyming. Strong imagery and magnificent descriptions of her and her condition. BRAVO indeed! Best wishes, Keith
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Emile Pinet
Date: 12/24/2015 5:24:00 PM
Thanks Keith, your friendly words of encouragement have warmed my heart. Emile.
Date: 12/22/2015 5:52:00 AM
An escape into oblivion...yes, when the pain is so deep. A profound piece Emile! #7
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Emile Pinet
Date: 12/22/2015 12:05:00 PM
Thanks Connie, sometimes oblivion is all there is. Emile.

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