Devil On My Shoulder/Winters Interlude

Sometimes we go through "Winters" in our lives...

Devil on my Shoulder

A Poem by Colton Warr

You should set her free

Unleash her to this world without you

To you, heartbreak is nothing new 

I beg of you, I plea 

Unshackle her from your chains

What are you trying to prove?

She is something you can afford to lose

I promise, it won't feel like a million pains

Let the winter make you cold 

Pull the trigger, be bold 

You will find a new hand to hold

One whose hair and heart will be gold 

Escape this mirage 

Your emotions a messy collage 

Temptation a bearing barrage 

Give in to me, please 

I can make it a breeze 

Again I say, you should set her free

   *****

Winters Interlude

A Poem by Colton Warr 

My heart burns with your desire

A fireplace melting the night for our love

Your voice sounds of a thousand Angels in a choir

You, my love, I put nothing above

Even though we are apart, I can feel your heat 

Saving me from this brutal winter 

Lay your head on my heartbeat 

Watch how fast I can become a sinner

I can still smell the aroma of your flame 

Blazing out of control 

You are something that cannot be tame

Would you please burn down my soul 

But what if this flame of ours goes out? 

What if the cold returns? 

All of our heat doused 

And what if I see her...

Don't let the winter make you cold 

But what if my eyes go astray? 

And I see her green and gold 

Would she be enough to take me away? 

I would then be graced with a different heat

You cast aside and sold 

You without a heartbeat 

I am warm and you are cold 

Reviews

[Devons]

I wondered at first why these two poems were placed here together but I think they are two sides of the same coin. They could be separate, but they could also be all one, in a sense. Their coupling together works too well though, I think, for them to be completely separated.
I recognise in both pieces something of myself, and when taken together that identification is even stronger. It takes thought and feeling, an objective introspection to observe the complexities of one's own character, and the regretful negatives that arise from experience. In essence, an honest appraisal of the shortcomings of human nature. It's relatively rare, I think, to come across a wisdom and honesty from the male perspective (possibly because it is so often perceived as dislikeable - particularly by women).
I believe the greatest strength in writing is a sense of reality, and seeing things for what they are (there is wisdom in acceptance). But also, being able to do this with meaning and depth poetically reinforces that strength. However imperfectly. I think you achieved that here.

[Colton Warr]

Well thank you very much! I spent many nights trying to decide whether I wanted these two to be two separate pieces or apart of the same one. Ultimately I felt as you do, I thought their coupling worked too well for me not to put them together. I'm happy you were able to see yourself in this piece, I think many of us can relate. I agree that a sense of reality is important in a writers work. I think that offers a certain feeling of relation for the reader and allows them to, for a moment, connect with the writer and the thoughts and emotion that they are conveying. Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed this piece here! Thank you for stopping by and giving it a read!

[Winged_Raven]

These poems are so well written with the emotion put into them and how they mesh so well together as well. Keep up with this amazing writing :)

[Colton Warr]

Thank you very much for the kind words! I appreciate it! And thanks for reading!

[Cool Girl]

I have read this more than four times yet have not left a comment yet? I think I'm losing my mind..
This was absolutely beautiful and was very well written. I love the swirl of emotions! Amazing job and do keep writing :)

[Colton Warr]

Haha thank you very much! I'm glad you enjoyed the two pieces and the emotion in which they carry! Thanks for reading!

[Cool Girl]

You're welcome, my friend!!

[Lavender Soya]

The array of emotions was very evident. Well done! The two poems are beautifully written. I enjoyed the nice flow and good choice of words. Kudos!

[Colton Warr]

Thank you very much! I'm glad you enjoyed it, thanks for taking the time to give this a read!

[Lavender Soya]

My pleasure. :-)

[♥ Ari Skye ♥]

Wow. These two pieces, went hand in hand together. They meshed quite well. I love the cold/warm aspects you had going on here. This was really powerful, Full of love.
Great job!!

[Colton Warr]

Thank you so much for giving this a read! You kind words make me smile! Thanks again!

[♥ Ari Skye ♥]

You're very welcome!!

[~]

A perplexed heart, hint of nostalgia, the "cold" and "fire" wonderfully played against each other. longing and desire to rekindle and hold tight to what is yours in your mind and heart.

[Colton Warr]

You hit it right on the head! Thank you so much for stopping by and reading this. Thank you for the positive feedback!

[~]

:) you are welcome :)

[Valentine]

Double poems, with two hearts not beating as one. I like most of your words. Have you tried other writing besides free style? Valentine

[Colton Warr]

Thank you so much for the positve words! I guess most of what I do is freestyle, at least most of what I post. I've tried several other forms but haven't posted any yet. Thanks for reading!

[Leslie Philibert]

Nice idea, a double posting, a lot of poets write a series, like Crow from TH, good work.

[Colton Warr]

Thank you very much Leslie! Always happy to hear from you! Thanks for giving this one a read!

[R Smith]

an interesting idea the two poems forming one piece, its dreamy and melancholy, a beautiful combination, well done :)

[Colton Warr]

Thank you so much Richard! I always appreciate you stopping by and reading. Thanks for always having something positive to say!

[Cindy Marietta]

I really like the rhyme scheme in this! Your choice of vocabulary is great too, awesome poem!

[Colton Warr]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you stopping by and giving this a read! I'm glad you enjoyed!

[Miles W.]

Both are good poems. Enjoyed each piece greatly. Well done sir!

[Colton Warr]

Thank you Miles! Thank you so much for reading!! I'm glad you enjoyed it!