The Devils Smile.
I don't want to open my eyes and see what is there.
The devils constant smile and the sad angel’s glare.
The path ahead seems full of just pain and despair.
I would no doubt suffocate and drown in my fears.
A deep breath and step forward is all I need to take.
Nightmares of the past will then appear to be fake.
My dreams and wishes of the future are clear to me.
I don’t believe my dreams can be turned into reality.
A lack of confidence is something i have always had.
I have an amazing ability to turn good into such bad.
Memories that are so vivid and scar me from the past.
Continued distrust and fear of life that seems to last.
Fear of the unknown always comes to the very fore.
All this mistrust and confusion I have seen it all before.
Nights of darkness that i reside and struggle to live in.
Wondering if happiness is something to just imagine.
There is no way to go forward; I can only move back.
I know full well that will not get my life back on track.
I take a deep breath and my heart quickly shudders.
I feel I have the weight of the world on my shoulders.
As the light slowly comes up and I open my tired eyes.
The only thing I can clearly see is the Devils smile.
Nataiella (2006)
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Author:
Tobani / Nataiella (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: I wrote this about the long and painful falling apart of my marriage
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This poem is deffinately in a minor key. I'm impressed with the beat and tempo that are so on point. This flow was almost hypnotic and carried through to the very end amazing in a poem of this length. Impressive and very well done
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With much respect, even to this reader, these words hurt like hell .. Yet still, you crafted something kinda pretty with deep and unforgiving but raw undertones .. yes indeed .. much respect .. Neville
Thank you kindly Neville for your positive feedback, hope you have a good day
Being married and having almost gone through a divorce myself, I get this. The first line hit me hard because I have been there and, honestly, still wonder if I am still there sometimes. And this is relatable even beyond marriage. I think a lot of people will find themselves relating in one way or another. Well done, Tobani! 🌹👏
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You're welcome, my friend!
The internal struggle is excruciating and the flow remains even as the verses progress. A true achievement in writing something so close to heart’s experience. 👍🏻🙏🏻🕊
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I was married for 58 glorious years and lost my wife over 2 years ago. it's not the same as going through a divorce which I' ve not experienced but the hurt is there just the same and as such this superb poem resonates.
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Great write
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Fear is always with us .This is a very personal account.Made me question old fears again.Well done
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Dear Tobani, this is a heartfelt read of the pain and aftermath that comes when a marriage disintegrates. It can certainly play havoc with confidence if you happen to be the one dumped. I see that this poem was written in 2006. I certainly hope that the heaviness and hurt has lessened. A finely written poem, I might add, flows beautifully.
Thank you Cassie, it has lessoned i never got married again !!!, your feedback much appreciated
Powerful penning
poignant too!! 😢
Something a lot
of folks can relate too!!! 💯
Thanks for sharing my friend!! 👍
Best regards ✌️ Thad
Thank you Thad for your feedback , always appreciated
Such a powerful piece. Thanks for sharing. A fine write.
Thank you for your feedback, verry much appreciated
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