Kim Rodrigues Poet Free verse

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Robert James Liguori, Tears of the Dragon Contest, 8/16/2025; inspired by Bruce Dickinson's song "Tears of the Dragon."

 

Tears of the Dragon

Tears of the Dragon

I splashed water on my face;
the mirror cracked in half -
a reflection of fear and doubt.

It was dark in that cold place
of shattered scales.The sea -
rushing over that rusty sink;
and I can’t think about it.

My wings are clipped;
my breath’s dry sulfur.
I said my prayers;
the mirror just chortled.

Chilblains chatter, sore;
the floor, a horror show.
It was doubtful I’m standing -
what for.

Eruption of the mirror
dares me to peek,
but I’m six feet under
my sheets.

It’s Winter here; I drag my tail.
My sharp-teeth-grief’s unyielding.
Of fierce and fiery tears - there is no end;
unholy flames of years misspent.

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Lyric Man August 20, 2025 at 8:04 PM Such a clever and interesting write; the author of which has a beautiful mind! I take pleasure in reading this!1 Kim Rodrigues August 21, 2025 at 4:49 AM Thank you so much! I hold dear such a comment. It took me a while to wrap my mind around the subject and the lyrics. Hugs

Joe Maverick August 19, 2025 at 10:33 PM Is the water boiling? One wonders..,? Powerfull Metaphorical write Kim.' Kim Rodrigues August 21, 2025 at 4:49 AM So happy you enjoyed! Hugs,

Robert Sidwell August 19, 2025 at 10:46 AM Wow! Amazing and Powerful poem! One of my favorites. Kim Rodrigues August 21, 2025 at 4:50 AM Thanks, Robert! So glad it is one of your favorites!

Joseph P. DiMino August 18, 2025 at 1:54 AM Yep, someday we must all face our own dragon. Sort of like, The Guardian At The Gate. If to get beyond, we will have to confess and relinquish all that is not of God. Our own reflection, that Guardian At The Gate, can be like confronting Medusa. Never heard the song. So, probably got this all wrong. Good luck in contest. Great read! Kim Rodrigues August 18, 2025 at 4:09 AM You know, Joe, whatever you got out of the poem is okay with me. Thank you for an interesting comment! Hugs

Len Gasun August 17, 2025 at 7:28 AM Gorgeous poem penned inspired by the song my dear poet friend. I'm sure this will do well in the contest. Thanks a lot for sharing. Thank you so much for visiting my page too. Blessings to you always. Hugs Kim Rodrigues August 17, 2025 at 10:23 AM Blessings to you, Len! Thank you!

Sam Kauffman August 16, 2025 at 6:25 PM Very impressive, Kim, capturing that sense of winter despair. Best wishes for the contest. Sending you blessings and a Kleenex for your dragon. Kim Rodrigues August 16, 2025 at 6:41 PM Thank you…lol

sara Etgen-Baker August 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM wow, KIm, this poem is powerful and a totally engaging read! Your personification intensifies the emotions. Well done! hugs Sara Kim Rodrigues August 16, 2025 at 5:35 PM Thank you, Sara! <3

Paige Hind August 16, 2025 at 4:01 PM Kim, this gives me chills, I see myself in some of this, magnetic and powerful, dear Kim, in my favs <3 Kim Rodrigues August 16, 2025 at 4:07 PM Emotions abound in this one. Many suffer. I hope you find hope and healing. Hugs ~ Kim

Hilda Greenhough August 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM An intriguing poem with an unusual twist. Hiding beneath sheets always seems so safe. Your poem is fun to read. Kim Rodrigues August 16, 2025 at 4:08 PM Thank you, Hilda! Glad you like it!

I Am Anaya August 16, 2025 at 3:55 PM Poetry is getting more and more amazing every day! I laughed, I was sad, I almost cried. Breathtaking personification __Anaya Kim Rodrigues August 16, 2025 at 4:13 PM Oh…thank you so much, dear one! Kim Rodrigues August 16, 2025 at 4:08 PM Oh…thank you so much, dear one!