Misdirected Focus (Poem)

Misdirected Focus (Poem)

A Poem by Damien Davison
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I killed, I cleaned, I stuffed the dove...

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Stepping in to the realm of chaos
Energy rampaging
Blinding my sight

Testing myself
All for what they caused
Enemies lighting the fires of fight

Once united
I fled from love
Her touch reminded me I was still weak

I killed
I cleaned
I stuffed the dove
Mounted it high to climb back to my feet

I made the choice to break free from these chains
Constricting and slowing my body's life force

I found my voice and I'm seeking change
Lifting this weight
Finally shifting my course

For those changing themselves for others
Shifting your focus
But not feeling right

Take back your pride and step out from cover
Lifting up hope and your wings to take flight

© 2012 Damien Davison


Author's Note

Damien Davison
I let my obsession (of becoming a tough and bad as I could just for the moment I would meet up with some guys again) ruin everything in my life... I accomplished what I sought out and I have the scars and people that shared some of those crazy memories with me to prove it... But was it worth it? No. I lost focus of my family. My new born daughter. Never let what someone else does or says affect you and just be you no matter what. Never fear.

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In the barrios of Brazil a person encounters overcrowdedness, makeshift homes, improvised gardens, rooftop parties and a general feeling of lack of sobriety. Someone living there, would work hard to get in deeper.... its easier. To someone returning, he takes each view again, a step at a time. It appears less true, but it is more orderly. Stick to your guns buddy boy! A great write.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thanks for sharing that and for the review!
I just loved the last line, it has a very moving message.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thank you!
Very nice. I love the strong message, I can feel your emotion in every line. I hope you've found yourself back on the path to peace. Great write :)

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Only recently have I found it. Just had to age a little and get out of the teens, mature... Thank yo.. read more
Wow, I'm in awe. The flow of this is just amazing, and I love the story that's being told. Every word fits together so precisely with the rest of the piece, and the whole thing is just beautiful in its own special way. This piece seems to be a deep look into the mind of the writer, making it that much more special - thank you for sharing.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thank you for reading and reviewing! Pretty much just woke up and this is the first thing I read so .. read more
very encouraging poem, one i myself can relate to, somewhat, your choice of words is very original and i enjoyed the rhyme and flow of this, these lines stood out to me, and they're my favorite...

Stepping in to the realm of chaos
Energy rampaging
Blinding my sight

Testing myself
All for what they caused
Enemies lighting the fires of fight

great write. thanks for sharing :)

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

Thank you, I really appreciate the review! Glad you could relate, somewhat :P
ms. barrie

12 Years Ago

i cannot relate to trying to be a bad a*s but i can relate to what you described in at the end of y.. read more
I wanted to be a bad a*s too. That's why I joined the Marine Corps when I was 18 years old. Cool poem and back story

Posted 12 Years Ago


Damien Davison

12 Years Ago

I just went to the drugs scene heh... Joined when I was 13 years old. Thanks for the review1

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Added on November 21, 2012
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Tags: Misdirected, Focus, Damien, Davison, MedD, Poem


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