Matthew Pawlak Poet Rhyme

Studio Apartment

Darkness beneath,
     The torn and tattered sheets
You lie awake,
     And feel the walls shake
As again this year,
     Christmas ends in tears
And with all the gifts,
     Your life just shifts
Cuz Dad's job kills,
     And Mommy can't pay the bills
So you just lay and weap
     Cuz you just can't sleep
But you swear,
     You'll one day make it out of there.

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Mc Mc December 31, 2008 at 3:08 AM awe- hope ful great rhyme-keep writing!

Kristin Reynolds December 21, 2008 at 2:59 AM Life is definalty very hard, if I can make it out, anyone can. :) Great poem filled with truth. love, Kristin

December 20, 2008 at 9:16 PM Powerful piece with a reality true for far too many. Though the holidays are a joy for many, others suffer losses that loom bigger at this time of year. Good use of rhyme. The informal style works well to convey the message. Thank you for your kind words regarding my poetry. Keep on writing! Karen

Barbara Washington December 20, 2008 at 7:23 PM hard times we face. thanks for the comment Barbara