Cold

sorenbarrett

My fingers numbed at the touch of your hand
Frost of your stare freezes me where I stand
With time's melting warmth I wilt, eyes to the floor
Yet I stand exposed, patiently waiting for more

 

Apprehension the wind, blows a cold breeze
Still not thawed with ice securing my knees
A frigid silence, electric static of snow in the air
Brow of dark clouds, winter in your glare

 

As a warm touch sticks to cold steel
To extract myself my skin I must peel
My very shell you silently steal
Sting of loss I feel

 

In fear of awakening lightning's fire
My emotions I pack, turn my back and retire

  • Author: sorenbarrett (Offline Offline)
  • Published: May 24th, 2026 03:28
  • Category: Unclassified
  • Views: 8
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  • nephilim56 ( Norman Dickson)

    very much enjoyed

  • David Wakeling

    This is well constructed and explores the deeper aspects of Cold.Both in the weather anf the world.I found it to be haunting rendition.Great work amigo

    • sorenbarrett

      A most heart felt thanks my friend for the review and kind words they are most important to me

    • arqios

      I was getting both an intimate/personal and a societal reading of this. Very strong expression SorenπŸ™πŸ•ŠοΈ

      • sorenbarrett

        Thanks my friend you are right on both tracks and your review is most appreciated. The coldness of another needs no words for expression.

        • arqios

          Most welcome Soren. And the chills are felt from its poetic portrayal. πŸ™πŸ•ŠοΈ

        • Thomas W Case

          Powerful.



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