Geoffrey Brewer Poet Sonnet

The Demons

The demons that made entry in my head
Were destined to create unwelcome pain
Though courtesy, respect would be well bred
From hospitality I shall abstain

Temptation’s there to sink  beneath the waves
Submit to sorrow, sympathize my woes
And follow others sadly to our graves
Create sardonic vision for the crows

But now to you invaders who afflicted
This body, causing life force to be drained
Take notice that I will not be addicted
But take up arms, submission is not deigned

I will confront these guests with hope not vain
‘ til they or I are ultimately slain


14 August 2019
8 Word Challenge Poetry Contest

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L. J. Carber February 27, 2020 at 8:23 AM My neighbor got shingles, which prompted me to get the vaccine-- but this poem works on a far deeper level, as I'm sure its creator knows.... Geoffrey Brewer February 27, 2020 at 10:40 AM I confess to slight embarrassment at the drama. Many thanks for the understanding, Len.

Richard Lamoureux August 15, 2019 at 8:35 AM I think you did this very well. Battle on brother. Good luck in the contest. Geoffrey Brewer February 27, 2020 at 10:39 AM Thank you for the kind words, Richard.