The Candle

On a cold and dark night

A lonely candle shining bright

Dispelling the darkness around her with light

Hoping someone just might

Talk to her and ask her how she feels

To help reveal the sorrow that she conceals

The sadness of having no one around

The feeling that happiness can never be found

Wishing that she had just one friend

One with whom she can spend time and relax

Before the flame melts up all  her wax

But alas, no one was there to be found

And a strong wind toppled her to the ground

Breaking her to pieces and ridding her of her light

And there she lay lifeless on the cold dark night
Copyright © | Year Posted 2017

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Clare Avatar
September 6, 2022 at 2:49 AM
I would like to do an analysis of The Candle to my teenager child for her appreciation. Wordings used are easy to understand but I do not want to misinterpret. Please advise. Thank you.
Abraham Avatar
January 31, 2023 at 12:11 AM
Don't worry, it is pretty straightforward and I don't think you'll misinterpret it. Just ask her to think how she would feel if she was lonely and then relate it to how the candle felt
Chaganti Avatar
August 24, 2017 at 3:31 PM
I could so well see the plight of a lonely candle.. Very imaginative and imagery is great.. :)
Abraham Avatar
August 24, 2017 at 4:34 PM
Thank you so much :)
Kremling Avatar
August 21, 2017 at 9:44 AM
I really enjoyed this. great read and really makes its point so well!
Abraham Avatar
August 21, 2017 at 10:37 AM
Thank you so much :)
Sands Avatar
August 5, 2017 at 7:31 AM
A very sad poem that reaches the reader. Well done !
Abraham Avatar
August 5, 2017 at 1:41 PM
Thank you so much :)
Pigeon Tart Avatar
August 5, 2017 at 7:17 AM
Haunting metaphor, a lovely pen.
Abraham Avatar
August 5, 2017 at 1:41 PM
Thank you so much :)
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