Wet Brain- Fictional

Theres this knawing in my tummy
A burning in my ear
I feel your presence next to me
Yet you are hardly here

I'm not sure when it happened
but now it's crystal clear 
Though your body's in the room
Youre vacant. --Insincere 

I wonder- was it worth it? 
To throw it all away?
All the things you squandered
to keep the pain at bay

All the things you had to pawn
just to get you through your day
Traded growth for comfort
Traded gold for hay

And I don't think you'll ever realize
the person you used to be
Now on a quest with no direction
In drunken ecstasy 

These thoughts so sick and twisted
They make me want to flee
Spinning round in circles
A pirate lost at sea

I wish that you could see it
the way I clearly do
Suddenly I wonder
Who am I talking to?

Look around one last time
There's no one here. It's true. 
And that is when reality
finally does come through

I see it there in front of me
A reflection in a mirror
I know it now for certain
Death is creeping nearer

I poor myself another drink
I hold my poison dearer
Then anything I've ever held 
Reality becomes much clearer

I know I'll never break away
from this cage I built
It's destiny to end it here
There's nothing left but guilt

So I gently shut my eyes
And pray I'll quickly wilt
I look for one last sign of comfort
Grab tight to my quilt

The one my mother gave to me
on her final day on earth
She died too from the bottle
Pitiful, without self worth

I set a lonely fire with a lonely match
I watch it slowly flicker as I lay by the hearth
There was never once a chance for me
Doomed from the day of birth
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

Poem

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Agustin Avatar
June 18, 2024 at 7:32 AM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Meanwhile, I greet you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
A   Avatar
February 7, 2016 at 2:28 PM
Alison,, Enjoyed the way you expressed every line. Please keep writing and sharing your poetry. LOVE LINDA
Wilcox Avatar
September 26, 2014 at 10:22 PM
I know some of those Family dynamic and it is very sad watching it.I have 10 years sobriety and it is as difficult as your poem states,nice work...
Gifford Avatar
September 23, 2014 at 12:40 AM
Difficult and heartbreaking to read. But I'm glad I did. Honest feelings and emotions are expressed here Alison. I pray this poem speaks to others on this topic.
Wonderland Avatar
September 23, 2014 at 1:29 AM
Wow, thank you. I find I mostly write about tragedy even though in my real life I'm very positive. I guess my writin is just my outlet for the darker side of me
Yvonne Avatar
September 22, 2014 at 11:00 PM
I rated this a 7 and added it to my favs. It is inspiring to see a difficult topic like the one in your poem. To enlighten the reader and still make your write sing. A great write and a great read. Thank You.
Wonderland Avatar
September 23, 2014 at 1:27 AM
Wow thanks very kind of you to say.
Smith Avatar
September 22, 2014 at 10:27 PM
Very well done.... You captivated me throughout..... Hugs Tim
Yvonne Avatar
September 22, 2014 at 10:56 PM
What you beat me here Tim. I always was the slow one Bro!
Wonderland Avatar
September 22, 2014 at 10:34 PM
Thank you very much for your prompt feedback Tim! Such a kind, supportive community you guys have here
Get a Premium Membership
Turn off ads, get more exposure for your poetry, and get more features with a Premium Membership.
Book: Diverse Voices: The Poetry of Human Rights and the Pursuit of Peace