Victoria Preston : Writing

The Hardest Word

The Hardest Word

A Poem by Victoria Preston


SilenceDead air on the phone lineJust your breathingNothing more.No laughter,No romantic words of love,No making plans,Just the absence of you.Like ..
The Dark Hill

The Dark Hill

A Poem by Victoria Preston


When the last light of day has slunk into the shadowsAnd the remnants of happiness lay shattered on the floor,I will walk with you, for the final time..
The Lesser Woman

The Lesser Woman

A Poem by Victoria Preston


Sunlight dazzles on calming watersAs the softest breeze plays with my hair.My mind wanders to moments and memories,When life was better for having y..
Whispered Hatred

Whispered Hatred

A Poem by Victoria Preston


Why do I listen to those who mean me harm?Why should I care what they think of me?Is their opinion of me truly important,Or is it only your eyes tha..
December Loneliness

December Loneliness

A Poem by Victoria Preston


Silence abounds.The softly falling snow cushions each sound.Bitter cold is shrouded in eerie lightAs the world sleeps in relative comfort.Yet I pace b..
Christmas Blues

Christmas Blues

A Poem by Victoria Preston


When will it be my turn?When will somebody want me?When will my heart cease to ache?For the things that cannot be.Why is my bed so empty?A space I can..
A Premonition of Imperfection

A Premonition of Imperfection

A Poem by Victoria Preston


The reflection in my mirror, that watches my every move,Seems to judge me constantly and ignores the subtleties of tact.It points out every flaw upon ..
Return

Return

A Poem by Victoria Preston


Will his fingertips feel the same as yours, as they move up and down my spine?Will his eyes twinkle, like yours did, when I ask him to be mine?Will my..
Owning Up

Owning Up

A Poem by Victoria Preston


Don't apologise to me, for the pain your are creating.Don't sob down the phone, as it's you I'll end up hating.Don't make excuses for your actions, if..
Happy New Year

Happy New Year

A Poem by Victoria Preston


The sun brightly heralds the dawn of a brand new decadeAs another year fades into obscurity.The echo of an existence, long since departed,Leaves me ho..