Alexis Y. Poet Prose

Terrified

I’ve been having nightmares every
night.
They seem so real and It’s extremely 
hot and I feel trapped and I can't 
breathe. 
But each time my torcher ends when
I  hear bells and alarms ringing in the 
distance. 
I’m no longer a rookie this is my se-
cond year and love what I do.
People often refer to me a as a hero
but I’m no hero I’m a coward.
I’m terrified of my job and don’t think I
can go on like this.
I am a firefighter who is  spooked by fire.
My team went in response to a fire last
week, and it was a normal routine.
But this in particular  fire was out of
control. And it had a mind of its own.
I froze and I was terrified and my life 
flashed before my eyes.
The only life that I wanted to save was 
my own.
Now does that sound like a hero or a 
coward?


Inspired by a drama series called Station 19
It's a spin off from Grey’s Anatomy 

7-28-19
Alexis Y.

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Robert Lindley July 30, 2018 at 12:50 AM Fears are meant to be conquered. Heroes conquer their fears and go on to do amazing things. I believe that they too battle such doubts.. Love this prose.. A fav my friend.....

Richard Lamoureux July 29, 2018 at 9:49 AM I think many heroes are terrified but somehow they push through the fear. Wellexpressed.

Eric Boddie July 28, 2018 at 12:40 PM of course i Love my Life....but because of the GREATEST SACRIFICE....i have vowed to pay the price....so that others may survive and that will suffice....very courageous and profound my dear friend....i simply Love this....;)

Freddie Robinson Jr. July 28, 2018 at 12:19 PM Very dramatic poetic re-enactment of real-life fear situations, Alexis. I was on the edge of my seat reading this thriller. Such honest ink spilled to still the doubt wildfire. Outstanding poetry. Love and hugs, lady.

Vijay Pandit July 28, 2018 at 12:14 PM Fears such as the one describe are very real and can immobilize a person..emotions that person feels are well captured in your poem Alexis.

Chris Green July 28, 2018 at 11:17 AM Very deep and intriguing my friend. Nicely done Alexis Y. July 28, 2018 at 11:28 AM Hi Chris, Thank you so much. I love Shondra Rimes and am a huge fan of Grey's Anatomy. And I think I going love station 19 as well. I am delighted to see you visit my page. How are you my friend? I hope you are well. Thanks for stopping by.