As I look back, I realise
My journey through time,
Has been a blur of fear,
Pain, exhaustion, and grime.
But this isn't new,
More my default catchphrase,
So I sit and delve deeper,
And see light through the haze.
I remember betrayal,
An abused child, hurt, bare -
But widen my perspective
And there was love there.
When I nearly died,
When I became disabled,
When my marriage ended,
When my needs were tabled,
I told myself the same
Sad story of woe
But now I sit and remember
There are highs to the low.
The love from my parents,
Although one has died,
Held me up when needed
Was there when I cried.
All in all life will hurt you,
But don't forget to look back,
The red haze you've been seeing
May be rose coloured, just cracked
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Author:
Anna Wakey29 (
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- Comment from author about the poem: A reflection on life.
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Comments4
Seeing things for the best helps oneself and influences those around you. Be good to oneself. Nicely done
Thanks again:)
My plesure
Good for you, Anna. Life can deal out some shitty hands from time to time, however you do note the presence of those there who helped to the best of their capacities.
“The red haze you've been seeing may be rose coloured, just cracked” summarises the contradictions perfectly.
Thank you!
Sometimes it’s hard to see the good things we have experienced when we are in the throes of life’s trials, but it’s those precious moments we must cling to when things are at their most grim.
Precisely! Thank you for your words!
Hello, Anna,
The trials and tribulations that you have suffered and to still have the determination to seek out the the light through the cracks in the darkness is most admirable. The poem itself is inspiring and well worth the reading experience. Thank you very much.
Fond regards,
Tony.
Thank you so much! I love your well thoughts out, detailed replies they mean so much.
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