Soul Aquiescence

Soul Aquiescence


Against what forces do I wrestle?
What unseen phantoms lurk,
Disturbing safety where I nestle,
With every leer and smurk?

Against who's will is this I battle?
Who blinds so I can't see
The truth, that's lost within the prattle?
I fear it's only me.

©deborah burch
3/31/2012
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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April 2, 2012 at 9:01 PM
congrats Deborah on winning an HM for quality poetry luv.. great entry for the theme..
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April 2, 2012 at 11:25 AM
grreat word choice, deb... congrats on your special win! :) huggs!
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April 2, 2012 at 8:26 AM
Congratulations on your HR in the contest "For Love Of Language" Deborah. Love, Carol
Smith Avatar
April 2, 2012 at 6:45 AM
Great piece! Your thoughts cross over into me so crystal clear.
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