Old flames

Can’t shake it, overcome

I thought I was stronger but I am not

I’m caught by the fire

And I can’t stop to burn

I’m staring blind

And I’m losing my mind

Left seeking for a distraction

Body and soul feeding on poison

And I’ve lost the battle again

Consumed by same old flames

Author's Note

Photo credit : http://www.flickr.com/photos/j_jyarbrough/333835051/

Reviews

[Chelsea]

This is a very unique poem. I get this picture of somebody stranded in a house engulfed with flames. But maybe you were speaking metaphorically?
But anyways I guess if you were speaking about a fire in a house--- I can't image the terror. It would for sure haunt you for years after.
I like your line about losing the battle. I guess we aren't much of a match for the elements of nature!!
:) Interesting, very cool! Enjoyed 100/100

[Jesi]

This is an amazing poem but theres something about it i dont quiet understand

[Liza]

interesting; there is so much dimension in this write that can be interpreted in a variety of ways - this is a fiery write with soothing and scotching flames throughout - feels like some of our low flickering flames sparks us sometimes without caution...and we try to tame the fire so it doesn't get the best of us...

[.]

i love this Claire~old flames seem to burn like forever embers.
~and it's only a new flame who extinguishes those ancient embers =)
(this is lovely-i think u captured an emotion most feel at some point)
~beautiful ;)

[Heather D]

I loved this! My old flame recently caught up to me and six months later broke my heart again so I really related to this peace. It was beautiful, great write!

[OR]

Nice one
Old flames always catch you no matter how far you run
I love this piece
Nice job
Peace

[Dream Weaver]

A slow burn, "Consumed by same old flames"
indeed a heartrending write...

[cfix]

Very nicely written, this has soul. I like it

[Claude]

This piece wrestles with inner-conflict so well. We fall to desires that we know full well have consequences. Well done!