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MaxSmith

The absence of light
Blinding
Where demons lay
Wounds bleed
Toxins seep
Infected hearts
Are
Crying
A wounded soul
Unwinding
Confronting demons
Untamed
Unashamed

Healing uncaged
Courage and strength
Entwining
The absence of light
Unblinding
Look up
The past
Is overcome
Now see
The
Pretty little
Stars
Shining

  • Author: MaxSmith (Offline Offline)
  • Published: October 9th, 2024 11:02
  • Comment from author about the poem: I'm sure we have all heard that quote, sometimes you have to stand in the dark to see the stars. I know I'm a bit rusty but that's the energy I'm trying, trying to see the light in hard times. The concept has definitely helped me this last year.
  • Category: Unclassified
  • Views: 92
  • Users favorite of this poem: Accidental Poet, Qurrathul Ain, tallisman
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  • Neville


    You have excelled here Max, I take my hat off to you and your pen .. Excellent ink more than perfectly spilt and not a single drop wasted my friend .. Your biggest fan Me

    • MaxSmith

      Thanks so much Nev.

      So glad you liked.

      Always grateful for your kind words.

    • Thomas W Case

      Powerful work. You nailed the metaphor. Glad you are back.

      • MaxSmith

        Nice to see you here Thomas

        Thanks so much for your time

      • Cheeky Missy

        Yes, methinks I've been told the stars and moon are never not shining, however it takes the blackness of night to show them. Fascinatingly rendered in such a font with a compelling, subtly strengthening poignancy which half breaks the heart. Thank you for sharing.

        • MaxSmith

          Oh wow, you out do yourself with such incredible feedback.

          I feel very privileged to have such kind feedback

          Always a pleasure Missy thank you

        • peet

          When you wake up each day, you have almost reached the end of the dark tunnel. Wishing a bright a joyful future for you. Remorse well captured in a few short poetic lines. Beautiful indeed.

          • MaxSmith

            Thank you for reading, so glad you enjoyed the concept of the poem.

            Much appreciated Peet

          • sorenbarrett

            Love the first line "The absence of light blinding" The essence of this paradox is enlightening. The old saying that it always gets darkest just before the dawn makes sense. Also the idea that one has to stand at the bottom of a well to see the stars in day. Your poem introduces the psychological element of darkness and the last line of "Now see the pretty little stars shining" such a great finish. Fantastic

            • MaxSmith

              I am truly grateful for such words.

              Always so lovely to find my poems understood and appreciated.

              Thank you so much for your time.

            • Accidental Poet

              And the light shall shine on thee. 😉👍

              • MaxSmith

                Indeed it certainly shall shine down on us all.

                Thank you so much AP

                • Accidental Poet

                  Glad to have you here. 😁👍

                • Teddy.15

                  Beautifully crafted 🌹

                  • MaxSmith

                    Thanks beautiful 😘

                  • Goldfinch60

                    Those stars will always shine down on us Max.

                    Andy

                  • Thad Wilk

                    Love it! 🤩
                    Powerful penning,
                    strong feelings and
                    emotions expressed
                    poetess!
                    Another beauty that
                    showcases your
                    dazzling poetic talent!! 🏆
                    Best wishes 🍀 🌹🤗 Thad

                  • tallisman

                    Well written, compelling!



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