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Some Fell Upon Stoney Ground

Seeds were sown on fertile soil while SOME FELL upon STONEY GROUND (This is a poem about one of the latter) Oh affluent lady in smart design Scurrying to Tim’s bar to taste of wine But one and all can see beneath the paint Scars that pay heed to a lost soul so taint. Consumption foremost doth addle her mind When desperate to track a daily grind Eyes witness testament of her flurry A lustful grin contrives her to hurry. With a shaking hand crystal flute to raise Each sup hallelujah in silent praise An embarrassing glance though not a care Her inner most pain bared for all to share. Hastily she consumes her liquid meal Her body pulsates unable to heal A repetitive shot needed to please No unsociable craving to be ease. Silver Jag’s outside all bright and gleaming She fights with the keys her body screaming A need to be alone and get away So she can measure the rest of the day. © Harry J Horsman 2022

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Robert Lindley

Date: 6/13/2022 2:23:00 AM

Absolutely loved this exceptional creation. I believe that I dated that lady back in the early 70's, when in my wild youthful days. Days that I myself raced ever forward in my on youthful blunderings. You have gifted us a very realistic tale. A gem and a fav for me.. God bless...

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 6/2/2022 3:43:00 PM

hey, harry, just stopping by to say hi. I am really behind here . Came to see one of your poems, but can't find one. HOpefuly I have seen all your work to date. You are one of the few I think that I have followed faithfully for all these years!

Michael Tor

Date: 6/1/2022 12:49:00 PM

Harry your ability to capture this woman drinking her sorrow away and escaping is worthy of POTD my friend. Hope you are well...

Mandy Tams The Golden Girl

Date: 5/29/2022 3:07:00 AM

wow that is so real for some people, you have captured it to perfection xx

Robert Gorelick

Date: 5/27/2022 9:14:00 AM

Those things we do to ease us all to often destroy our bodies and minds. Seems that's the way it's always been. Nice write! Robert

I Am Anaya

Date: 5/27/2022 8:46:00 AM

Beautiful character study I am drawn to, for she reflects so many in despair. I have empathy because her condition is beyond her control...wish her well (The Stoney Ground) Have a nice weekend, it's Memorial Day weekend for us here in wild west! Please come by and take a look at ONE MEAN HOMBRE if you haven't already.

Jennifer Proxenos

Date: 5/26/2022 10:29:00 PM

this affluent lady daily needs her fluid meal, it is her fix for the day - she is a lost soul, her daily needs will increase, she has created her own prison bars, battling to open the car and be be alone, lets hope God helps her or she will disapear into oblivion. Hugs and blessings, Jennifer

Valsa George

Date: 5/25/2022 6:03:00 AM

Feel sad for her .... ! To a great extent, her pain is self created ! 'No one can see beneath the paint' and beyond the facade. A well crafted poem, quite poignant !

Anil Deo

Date: 5/24/2022 4:52:00 AM

I agree with Andrea. And add the Scripture tested all the paths, & gives us the way tompeace & shalom. Your title, Maathew 13-15 gives me the Parable link. I'm so glad to read this, even as we pray for all souls. Amen

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 5/23/2022 10:40:00 AM

wow, this is GREAT work. a very perceptive character analysis.