Sick

If this is sick to my stomach, then what else can hurt? The flames have charred my toes and are licking my skirt My eyes are blurring from the pain in my skull Maybe it's better to be empty because right now I'm too full Full of the sickening poison I never wanted to ingest How to "flow like the ocean" when I'm on the shore, stressed? If this is sick to my stomach, then what else could go wrong? If this isn't my weakest, I don't know how to be strong.

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Paul Callus

Date: 9/1/2018 5:09:00 PM

Your words are heartfelt and expressive, Juli-M. One can feel the pain...the struggle against powerful currents is strength ebbing! But, the fact that you are not hiding from the problem gives hope a chance! Regards // paul

Faraz Ajmal

Date: 9/1/2018 3:45:00 PM

This is a really strong and powerful poem with some really wise words, your last line is my favorite, "if this isn't my weakest, I don't know how to be strong" it certainly was a joy to read, good luck and have a really nice day

Silent One

Date: 8/26/2018 11:55:00 AM

It can be difficult to be strong.. but if your listen to the pain, instead of letting it absorb you, then you will see the message clearly and find a way to overcome it... I wish you all the best Juli..

Sunlite Wanter

Date: 8/21/2018 10:10:00 AM

Does someone have the virus? Hope it's gone now - and now you are strong!

Lyric Man

Date: 8/20/2018 11:14:00 PM

You may feel weak but your imagery is powerful and oh so effective. I very captivating write, Juli!

Connie Marcum Wong

Date: 8/20/2018 5:46:00 PM

Your powerful imagery make this poem impressive Juli-Michelle. Outstanding! ; )

Winged Warrior

Date: 8/20/2018 12:15:00 PM

I hope you are feeling well lol...great write my friend...love & light...^WW^

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 8/20/2018 8:43:00 AM

Sorry you are not feeling strong. Hugs Rick.

Pashang Salehi

Date: 8/19/2018 11:47:00 PM

They say pain is the weakness leaving the body, if that is true then you're the strongest ...

Eve Roper

Date: 8/19/2018 7:52:00 PM

Very good and powerful write, Juli...

Michelle Faulkner

Date: 8/19/2018 7:51:00 PM

This is a powerful write, searching for strength when you're weak, quite inspiring-

Vijay Pandit

Date: 8/19/2018 3:45:00 PM

I feel the intensity in your words, Juli-Michelle...you captured so well the discourse of a saddened heart. Your questions implicitly answered in your write.