Walking With My Now

Pain drags it's long burning fingers down the length of my soul. 
Searing into flesh and bone and memory is the knowledge of crushing impact. 
Spiderwebs of molten tears streak down from top to bottom of my mind. 
Crashing into the smoldering corners of what once was my life. 
Time doesn't work the same here in hell as it does out in the light. 
I see the twisted shadow of what once was upright strong and proud. 
Broken splinters stabbing into what once was beauty and strength. 
All that's left is white hot tendrils of pain and fear forming pools of sadness.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015


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Date: 9/15/2016 1:30:00 PM
Hello Scott, Just wanted to say that this is a very emotional write that I felt deeply as I read. A sad but beautiful write here. Great Job and Congratulations on your placement in the contest. Sharon
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Date: 9/16/2016 10:14:00 AM
Thank you so much Sharon. I really appreciate you reading my work and your great feedback.
Date: 9/13/2016 11:28:00 PM
Hi Scott,, Congratulations on your win. Thank you for supporting one of my contest. Stop by my blog "An Angels Tear" if you'd like. Smiles and Hugs..... LINDA
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Date: 9/14/2016 12:12:00 AM
Thanks including me in your contest. I'll check out your blog. Thanks again.
Date: 1/23/2016 12:16:00 PM
Wisdom and arts hug as twins in between your lines. A wonderful 7
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Date: 1/28/2016 9:18:00 AM
Thanks for stopping by to read my work. I really appreciate your feedback.
Date: 12/22/2015 3:29:00 PM
Scott, Congrats on your win. WUV **SKAT**
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Date: 12/23/2015 6:17:00 AM
Thanks a bunch SKAT.
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