The Devil's Vice

pain
sinking
its
teeth
in
deep

not letting go

squeezing
life dry
in
the
devil's vice

wishing
only
for the
strength
to
scream



AP: 3rd place 2020
Copyright © | Year Posted 2019

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Kiser Avatar
March 4, 2019 at 7:05 PM
Had to "Fav"; I know exactly what you mean. Pain can be totally beyond the reach of any painkiller...all too often. Well panned.
Gauthier Avatar
March 4, 2019 at 7:06 PM
Thanks for your most appreciated visit and compliment, ML.
Krutsinger Avatar
March 4, 2019 at 6:43 PM
Beautifully penned, your silent scream is pronounced, my friend.
Gauthier Avatar
March 4, 2019 at 7:06 PM
Thanks for your much appreciated visit and comment, Caren.
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