Solitary

A soul stands so alone
sodden, trodden, left so reft
darkening shadows
amidst dim streetlights, now angst
what was before, is now never









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May 8, 2011 at 10:36 AM

Powerful poem! Gives the reader thoughts to ponder. Good use of imagery to share your thoughts. Thank you for your kind comment. Have a wonderful day. Karen

C.C Bloomsfield

May 4, 2011 at 5:05 AM

:(solitary

James Peranteau

May 2, 2011 at 5:43 AM

This write sure fills the mind as regards what "solitary" means dear poet ! A mind bending Tanka my friend ! I'm off to check up on some of your writes sir.....much love, james

Black Eyed Susan

May 2, 2011 at 5:31 AM

Great job of conveying emotion in this poem and image too - I picture a man in dark clothing (in a trenchcoat), standing underneath a dim streetlight, consumed with lonliness, yet emptiness and pain at the same time.

Carolyn Devonshire

May 2, 2011 at 4:43 AM

Very sad perspective, James. Love, Carolyn

Kabuteng P.Ink K.

May 2, 2011 at 12:51 AM

Sure can't help but feel sad as I read this-- how I hope that this isn't inspired by real life... but very eloquently written, James--

Andrea Dietrich

May 1, 2011 at 10:09 PM

so sad and lonely this one is. Wilma got it best: emotive!

Wilma Neels

May 1, 2011 at 2:11 PM

A sad emotive write James, still enjoyed it though

Charles Henderson

May 1, 2011 at 9:53 AM

You project your emotion well in this poem James. I can feel what this person is experiencing. Soup mail waiting. Charles

Dr.Ram Mehta

May 1, 2011 at 8:50 AM

I enjoyed the depth and a meaningful in this intriguing write, James

Constance La France

May 1, 2011 at 8:00 AM

James, this poem is just beautiful, I love it!

Linda-Marie Sweetheart

May 1, 2011 at 7:48 AM

deeply mysterious and intriguing write James.. the soul a separate entity speaks.. superbly written as only u can create James.. thankxx for your sweet critique on my leopard entry.. and a most ggrroowwlliinngg good Sunday morning to u luv..