'We Need To Talk'

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I'm suddenly choking On the disorienting fumes Of unbearable suspense. Four words was all it took. What does "We need to talk" Supposed to mean? Oh, dear. I'm bracing... For a ravaging avalanche Of unsettling news To bury me whole. It's THAT bad, am I right? You guessed it, I do not feel good About what you're about to tell me! Not when you're wearing A concerning scowl. What's on your mind, pray tell? Screw later, I'd prefer we talk, NOW. About what, though? One word... In that phrase, "need," engendered... A paralysis of dread in me, you see. Did someone we know Get arrested and thrown in jail? Is this some sort of twisted joke You're pulling on me? Does it mean I'm in the doghouse? Nope, I don't need to sit down for this. Why the prolonged wait? Come on, for God's sake, Let me expel some air! Wait, this isn't a breakup, is it? W T F Poetry Contest Sponsored by John lawless Date written: 05/29/2023

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Speaks Volumes

Date: 6/9/2023 11:30:00 AM

Back to say congrats. Three excellent poems on the podium, must have been a hard decision.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/11/2023 11:49:00 AM

Thanks again, SV:-) Most obliged.

John Lawless

Date: 6/8/2023 1:19:00 PM

Well, Edward, I froze as i read the title. Being a guy, a father, grandfather and great grandfather I am SOOOO familiar with the overwhelming aura of THAT phrase. Thanks for entering the contest.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/11/2023 11:50:00 AM

Thank you very much for your wonderful visit, feedback and my placement, John:-) Most obliged.

Jan Allison

Date: 6/8/2023 11:05:00 AM

I love the build up in the poem Edward ...the waiting for clarification of 'we need to talk' is excruciating in circumstances like this. loved the poem, many congrats on your win:-) hugs Jan xx

Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/11/2023 11:52:00 AM

Thank you very much, Jan:-) I appreciate the visit and congratulations!

Sotto Poet

Date: 6/8/2023 9:32:00 AM

Congratulations on your contest win, Edward. No doubt your poem was delightful and deserving of the honor.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/11/2023 11:51:00 AM

Thank you very much indeed, Lasaad:-)

Speaks Volumes

Date: 6/3/2023 9:44:00 AM

Sorry, I did not intend to be ambiguous. I simply meant that after your mesmerizing one sided conversation, you did not tell us why you needed to talk. You left the reader wondering. (Like many good authors. you have left your readers tantalized, wanting to know the outcome).

Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/3/2023 11:39:00 AM

Thanks for the clarification and compliment, SV:-) No need to apologize, my friend. No offense taken whatsoever. Have a wonderful weekend...

Speaks Volumes

Date: 6/2/2023 7:09:00 PM

Totally captivating. Engrossed, then no enlightenment!!!! How could you do this to your reader?

Edward Ibeh
Date: 6/3/2023 9:28:00 AM

Honestly, I'm not quite sure what you mean, SV, but thanks for the comments and visit to my poem page:) Welcome to Poetrysoup...