Waiting For Dusk

The sun has become the source of such anguish
I wish it would obscure itself behind the clouds
I long to see that lively flame extinguished.

It is always there. I feel it burn through my pride.  
Reveals the ugly features I am trying to hide.
The sun has become the source of such anguish.

The mocking star that rises in morning
Overstaying its welcome long into the evening.
I long to see that blinding flame extinguished.

The fervent day borne in moistened malaise 
Swelling over my sweating skin.  Lately,
The sun has become the source of such anguish.

I dream of blackening the sky that holds it afloat
Snuff out that light with no hesitation.
I long to see that joyful flame extinguished.

I sit alone with paranoia, beyond its stare, 
The shades drawn—hiding my face from the glare 
Of the sun that has become the source of such anguish.
I long to see that flame extinguished.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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May 25, 2015 at 5:33 PM
Samuel, Congratulations on your win. LOVE LINDA
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May 25, 2015 at 1:22 AM
Samuel, Congrats on your BURNING DAYLIGHT win. SKAT
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May 24, 2015 at 7:17 PM
Samuel, a piercing write shedding a dark light on the plight of many. The use of the Villanelle as your tool was very well done. Thank you for entering the contest.
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