Not for Sale

 

 

“Get in where you fit in”

---another ‘dime a dozen’

what once was now begins

to show just what it wasn’t.

 

Distant dreams…and fairytales

with every lie you told

…..dissipate inside this jail

explaining truths you never sold.

 

O N E lonely buyer…trapped

kept in this empty cage

slapped with every tear I’ve wept

upon this… fractured page.  

 

Flames fading before they ever were

in a fire… that will never be

proving the passion your lips once swore

to be nothing more than make believe.

 

Melodies of primal pain

now play within my mind

ravaging with each refrain

on a track I can’t rewind.

 

I’ve learned to live behind these walls

reined by demons of doubt

they keep me from further falls

and fortify this house.

 

Who knows what the future holds

for this lost and weary soul

but my dreams and loving heart

---- can’t be bought or sold.

Reviews

[alifeacoustic]

Wonderful. Such a softly spoken piece (in my mind anyway) that slowly lifts into wonderful last verse that captures the moment perfectly, of knowing those words once heard, now sound hollow and empty.
Thank you for sharing this. I really enjoyed it.

[AprilRN1210]

Thank you so much for this lovely, insightful review, I am glad you enjoyed..

[Trace]

My dear friend.
I Am torn by This poem.
For one.... because it has been so long since I have enjoyed your writing and wit.
And the other ....is the content of your words here.

Im happy to see you writing .... but sad at the meaning in your poem.

Hope writing about the pain.. and having friends to console and encourage is just what the doctor ordered.
If not.... let me know how I can help.

So good ton see you my dear friend.

HUGGS. ... TRACE.

[AprilRN1210]

Hey Trace! I will admit, I haven't been in a good place and it is one of the few times, writing couldn't help, but am working my way back slowly. You couldn't be more correct--having friends like you makes a big difference.. thank you so much my sweet friend.. I have missed you..

[Troy Henson]

April I've missed you and such a wonderful piece to read. Once bitten twice shy but this piece has a lift of confidence in it and YES you are right that your dreams are your own and even more your loving heart belongs only to you. Amazing write my dear.

[AprilRN1210]

Troy, I have missed you as well, my friend... I hope all is well with you.. Thank you for your continued support and lovely review, it means a lot.. ((big hugs))

[Einstein Noodle]

APRIIIIIIIIIIIIIIILLLLL!! Yahoooo Yahoooooooo Yahoooooooooooo! can i say its good to see you? ;) this turn:
"what once was now begins" i think is brilliant! this age old story refreshes in my own heart .. a good thing ... keeps one empathetic and humbled (or broken) ... i am so sorry you had this terrible betrayal in your life .. you are vibrant, smart ..very smart .. with your nurses compassion .. this tragedy and deep pain will give you far more than he took .. i can tell you this is true .. tho there is little comfort to be found in my words now ..you will remember them some day :) that fifth verse is a killer .. and the fine determination in your closing makes me cheer! love and peace dear friend!
E.
and a big warm hug!

[AprilRN1210]

E! heyyyyy you!... you can say it, and I will echo your sentiments--it is so good to see you as well... thank you for the hugs and the insightful review as always...

[Einstein Noodle]

i received mail from our so good friend Frieda this morning!!!! she sounds as if she is doing well .. i continue to encourage her to return .. so many here miss her! love ya!
E.

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Been a while since I saw you post a poem, and damn you come out blazing with emotional fire.
Our emotions and bodies are not to be a possession for someone, rather a gift we appreciate.

[AprilRN1210]

Hey Cowboy! It is lovely to see you my sweet friend, and yes, it has been a while... I am trying to ease myself back into reading and writing. It has been rough but feels good to be back. Thank you for this review. ((hugs))

[The Rock And Roll Cowboy(REBEL WITH A CAUSE)]

Always great seeing you in the cafe, such a lovely lady you are. I am not here as much but will always be around.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

wow, i am kind of appreciating this right now....good timing...and i am relating...

i have missed your words, April...and YOU...so glad to see you back around...

ah yes, "living behind these walls"

you have such an eloquent way of expressing....

j.

[AprilRN1210]

Jacob, I have missed you! Thank you for your kind review. I have been in a place where even writing hurts... I am glad my words can still touch you... It is so nice to see you... ((hugs))