Stricken

You start
the poem
but cannot end it
insoluble through teared eyes
A whipping wrecking ball swung, slugging your breast
striking a sharp chord of melancholy thought hidden
a random book, a random page, a random long-forgotten line; yet…
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George Avatar
July 3, 2024 at 5:23 AM
Another poignant write. Unable to complete what is undertaken, mind oscillates into melancholic thoughts. I am not familiar with this poetic form, but can say, your poem is striking.
Miller Avatar
July 4, 2024 at 12:52 AM
Thank you so much Valsa for your kind comments
Goldsmith Avatar
June 26, 2024 at 8:23 AM
I enjoyed reading your wonderful "stricken" write. Yes, we start then maybe we finish. Have a great day writing away..............
Miller Avatar
July 1, 2024 at 1:53 AM
Thank you Paula
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