The Dance Of Anger


Unkept promises are like brutal blows, 
ruthless ripping words are the harsh slashes,
they strike unaware where latent hope grows,
and cleave through ruptured heart as it crashes.

The mind becomes raging fire of the wild, 
uncontrolled, it simmers the blood of pride,  
flares to burn the gentle patience defiled. 
Undowsed, it singes sane senses defied.

The smoke billows up opaque and intense,
conscience trips losing its stability.
Vile breath is clouded by the ashes dense,
face of restraint they deface instantly.

Mind then turns to volcanic infernos,
with dancing lava of anger scorn flows.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Kendrick Avatar
July 7, 2024 at 10:22 AM
Congratulations on your winning work. I am delighted to see it on the winners' list. Way to go. Sara K
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July 7, 2024 at 8:56 PM
Thank you so much, Sara.
Hawley Avatar
July 6, 2024 at 8:17 PM
Great dynamic visuals of anger for this Dance of Anger poem in my contest. Congratulations to you on your win.
Sinha-Roy Avatar
July 6, 2024 at 8:34 PM
Thank you for the placement and for your encouraging comments.
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June 5, 2024 at 5:48 AM
Thank you for your visit and for words of appreciaton.
Meadows Avatar
June 5, 2024 at 12:32 AM
A good poem. Well done.
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