Dimming

Written Winter 2008

There is life indeed radiating
But from behind a darkened mirror
A dimly lit production of a joy that still should be
I am so sorry, love
That I cannot play pretend
I cannot fake a smile and act as something I am not
I am
tired and sad for reasons yet unknown
feeling stretched out and overthrown
and knowing I am all alone

I am
on my own

Reviews

[Blackbirdsong]

I can definitely emphathize with the feelings you expressed in this poem. I think we all have feelings that others don't always understand and sometimes its just beyond us to express why we feel the way we do. Having the understanding of those who don't demand reasons, but just lovingly accept you is a blessing. Unfortunately that's not how it always is and your poem really expressed that frustration.

[Clint Hale]

"I am tired and sad for reasons yet unknown"


I always enjoy reading a poem that really speaks to me. I'm glad you wrote this.

[~angelalala~]

this is dark & haunting & deeply sad. beautifully written. it's simple, yet has much power & truth in its words. we are all alone, in the end. i love it. the last 2 lines are amazing. beautiful write.

[just is]

This is so sad, I understand where you are comming from here. I found this write very emotional and very well presented. so full of emotion here.

[Everchanging Disaster]

This makes me sad...What's the matter mallie-poo? I love it-don't get me wrong it is beautiful but dark and full of doubt, I'm hoping you are not!