Marilyn Sheriff Poet Dramatic Monologue

What Lies Within

I will not go back to that place of desolation
Where for many months I lived in isolation
Far from anything 'n' anyone who could be my oasis
Away from love

I will not return to feelings of inadequacy 'n' failure
To way back where I layed the blame on myself
Believed I had too many shortcomings 'n' lofty expectations
Unattainable by earthly man

Instead...

I will stand firmly rooted in my accomplishments, beliefs 'n' ideals, 'n' love
Love for others, but most of all love for myself
Belief in perseverance 'n' hard work 'n' morals
As the realization that my own happiness

Lies within ME


Written: 05/02/2006

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Beata Agustin October 21, 2024 at 9:04 PM 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.

Poet Destroyer A February 23, 2016 at 10:19 PM Marilyn Sheriff , Enjoyed the way you expressed every line. Please keep writing, hope to see a new one from you again. LOVE LINDA

Skat A January 2, 2016 at 12:41 AM MARILYN a pleasure to read :) HAVE YOURSELF HAPPY 2016. ...... SKAT Marilyn Sheriff January 5, 2016 at 1:27 PM Thanks Skat :)