Silence

While sitting in a quiet room
My thoughts become so loud
The voices stuck inside my head
Somehow become a crowd

There's no such thing as silence
It's something we can't find
An empty space is just a myth
The noise is in our mind

Whenever you think you're all alone
A memory is by your side
It's something we cannot control
No matter how hard we've tried

Even when we're fast asleep
A dream will share its voice
Hidden things our minds must say
And still we have no choice

Sit for just a minute or two
To see if you resist
Your mind will betray your quiet time
For silence doesn't exist
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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De Beaulieu Avatar
January 1, 2017 at 6:23 PM
Larry I like this poem you wrote.You are right about the silence,because when i think I have the silence, a noise always ruins the quiet moment. I need the silence to think,to relax, to sleep. At times my thoughts get in the way, and keeps me awake it ruins my sleep.
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April 7, 2012 at 11:21 PM
Larry, love it.. have yourself a wonderful and Happy Easter, good night~ PD
Taylor Avatar
April 7, 2012 at 9:48 PM
Wow, Awesome, Larry. What great insight. Thoughts to ponder. Thoroughly enjoyed, my friend. Another masterpiece. Keep em comin. Have a Happy and Blessed Easter. God bless you and yours. Ralphie
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April 7, 2012 at 7:44 PM
I enjoyed this Wonderful poem about silence. You know I agree with the verses Your mind will betray your quiet time for silence doesnt exist. I agree because I can be silence and my mind still be thinking of a thousand things I have done that day. (smile) Great Write!!!!!!
Bauer Avatar
April 7, 2012 at 4:42 PM
nicely rhymed and well said! i agree that silence is very hard to find.
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