Seeking Solace

SEEKING SOLACE
by 
JOHN M. ARRIBAS




Like a mortally wounded animal he retreats to his lair
Seeking, warmth and comfort, but alas, no one is there
The hurt so unbearable , oh god, send someone to share
He  finds himself inconsolable, wallowing in utter despair
He needs to treat his wound, but alas, no one is there
The wound is so deep and aching its too much to bear 

He struggles passionately needing someone to care
He is alone, isolated with agonies continuing to flare
Is there no end to this anguish he suffers, sanity beware
He can not carry this burden alone, but no one is there
Her absence is the wound, he had no time to prepare
Time had stolen her, he still searches, no, she is not there
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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September 2, 2016 at 10:19 AM
Oh that life were more kind...! And, even at my senior age...somethings still make no justifiable sense. Great, brave and honest writing!
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