Hurt

Katie B.

   

                    Hurt

 

The hurt I can’t touch

Shortens breaths

Widens gray-green eyes and forces

Bitter, stubby toes to curl

It is excruciating

It moves me and 

I bear it

It takes words away and

forces others

I wince and worry

The hurt I can't touch is too much

             

 

 

 

 

                

 

 

 

 

 

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  • sorenbarrett

    The author's note clarifies the situation. In reading it first it fit so many emotional and a few physical disorders. Yet this poem is vivid in its description and telling. It fits well depression and very well written

    • Katie B.

      Thank you so much. Yes, it could apply to many illnesses but for me I speak of depression.

      • sorenbarrett

        You are most welcome and with virtually all illnesses depression accompanies them.

      • Friendship

        Your poem "Hurt" revolves around the intense emotional pain that is difficult to articulate or confront. The speaker experiences a profound sense of suffering that affects their physical and emotional states, illustrating how pain can be all-consuming and isolating.

        • Katie B.

          Yes!! You are able to capture the essence of poems so well. Thank you!

        • Tristan Robert Lange

          I know the pain of depression all too well. Excellent write, Katie! Thank you for sharing! 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦‍⬛



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