Washed Away

Washed away like river stone,
And taking everything I own,
Even the most smallest pieces,
Caught until the current ceases...
Stripping me each layer thin,
Until it breeches under skin,
Eroding what my outer shell,
Always seem to hide so well ...
As I watch it peel away,
Like a scene that is replayed,
Many times within my mind,
But this seems so real this time...
Maybe from the pain I feel,
Acknowledging what I conceal,
Hoping for a last defense,
Hidden with my innocence...
But ill waver thru it all, 
Against the river till it stalls,
I thank the lord for all he gave,
And pray that I can stand each wave,
Copyright © | Year Posted 2011

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Brown Avatar
August 30, 2011 at 7:54 AM
So much emotion flowing in the poetry I am reading this morning of both seasoned poets and new poets. I am happy I was able to read your poetry today Terrence. Have a wonderful day and I will be back soon to read more of your writing. Love, Carol
Neels Avatar
August 29, 2011 at 3:33 PM
A lovely write on faith Terrence, I know He is with us in every storm we face. ;)
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