in times of trouble
drowning in fear and doubt
where questions I can't answer
are casting all about
searching for the answers
that time and distance have stole
starving and neglected
there is a poverty in my soul
trying to reconcile
belief and non belief
looking for that middle ground
to open up that window
that I always knew to be there
but sadly now just can't be found
a chill is in the night air
the morning frost is keen
as for faith or unbelief
there is nothing in between
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WL (Pseudonym) (
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- Comment from author about the poem: Painting and poem a self portrait of looking at faith
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WL, great poem! And you are SO right! You either believe, or you don't. There is no middle ground. The light is either on or off. Very nicely written!
Thanks Fred It sure seems that way
"as for faith or unbelief
there is nothing in between "
But it is in between, I stuck.
The guitar is in its best silence to listen your mind.
A poem with deep thoughts, a paint took mind to a far far land.
Really I am lost in between also but where ever I search I find no middle ground ,I thank you M&M for reading and thinking about this poem
The title drew me in and I was not disappointed at all.
Thanks for reading poet boy glad you found it interesting
It may be argued that the doubt you express in the first stanza constitutes some form of middle ground, where one oscillates between belief and non-belief. But you are absolutely right that in the end there is no true middle ground. Above all, how can one NOT take a stand on matters of the soul? Thoroughly enjoyed the piece.
Thank you seek for a thoughtful response. I am glad you enjoyed the poem
Life is an endless whys...and you are right, there will always be a window, keep on looking for those opened windows - nice poem
I agree thanks for the input
The light switches on but which side of the divide does it fall - it depends on which side of the divide you settle I guess. Love this write which makes simple statements without being judgemental apart from the comment that ultimately there is nothing in between which is spot on.
Thanks Michael I agree
Very good write and so very true. There is no compromise, I believe but will not force my opinions on others as belief or non-belief lies within each one of us and it cannot be changed by others.
That's the perfect response too bad everyone doesn't think that way , thank you
I am an optimistic man just because I look for something in between doesn't mean I don't have hope , charity and love ... love your comments thanks
Love this WL!
Thanks my friend
I felt the struggle and conflict with oneself in this and as always your painting complimented your poem perfectly. I feel like the guy is standing contemplating, 'do I go on or turn back? I can't stay here inbetween' which is reflected in the poem.
Thanks Blue you really got my poem the essence of it is that you have to chose
The search shows that an answer will be found soon Bill - - the territory in between is the ground of awakening so hold on in there - spiritual wealth is worth all the searching my newly-found friend..
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