Twisted Heart

Twisted Heart

Bruised and throbbing. A twisted heart. 
No going back, the point of no return. 
You spit your “empty” words at me,
Though your words are far from hollow.
Words are daggers,
Thrown at your heart.
Meant to tear you down to your very soul,
A heart can only take so much.

Quivering. Callused. A twisted heart.
You thought it was stronger than before,
But they find new ways to tear you down.
They say actions speak louder than words,
But I believe they are equal.
In the eyes of the heart,
Even a look can break you.

Spiteful. Hostile. A twisted heart.
They made you what you are,
No matter what they say.
You act strong,
And try to keep them distant.
Treat them how they treated you,
But that would create a perpetual cycle.
They ask you what’s wrong,
But all you say is just a dull ache.

The word I chose was aching
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Hodges Avatar
February 13, 2020 at 6:37 PM
great use of vocabulary/word choice. reading your poem gave me pause to reflect on my own similar experiences...the great thing poetry can do!
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February 12, 2020 at 9:40 AM
Nicely done! I love the imagery.
Scars Avatar
January 23, 2020 at 7:40 AM
Sabrina, great poem but you did not put the date, and I have no way of knowing if it is a new poem or not. Nonetheless, great poem, remember next time to put the date on every contest entry for every contest here. thank you for your participation and congratulations on your placement. x:-)-luloo
Barden Avatar
January 23, 2020 at 1:05 AM
Sincere congratulations for your awesome win in Lu Loo's challenging contest, Sabrina - best wishes for 2020 and keep up the great work, my friend! Blessings to you and yours! :o) <3
Chiri Avatar
January 22, 2020 at 7:41 PM
Congrats on your win!;)
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