CITY OF DARKNESS

Silent Streets where shadows creep,

ever there but sometimes hiding,

neon lights often do the guiding,

 

Lost souls with absent goals,

walk the streets of this city so cold,

young or old their faces how,

a mere impression,

where was once an afterglow,

 

Don't despair or ever lose hope,

one way or another,

we have to cope,

 

Express yourself through creativity,

avoid feeling bitter,

or the pangs of greed,

 

Writing, painting and photography,

cinematic images and calligraphy,

help to inspire and engage the mind,

however dark the city,

there is always light to find.

 

 

Author's Note

This dark poem, also reads like a story.

Reviews

[Sofia Lara Cruz]

This piece of poetry reminds me slightly of one of my own poems: A Twisted Take on Puppet Masters. This is well crafted and is the type if writing I like to read. You expressed your idea superbly and I hope you read my poems and enjoy them as much as I enjoyed this:).

[Twilight]

Thank you, Sofia.

[LisaCarol]

This is my type of writing. I really enjoyed reading this. Thanks for sharing your writing.

[Twilight]

Thanks. Good to know.

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

This poem has so much meaning in it! Even though the world is full of darkness, you can always find the light through expressing yourself in a creative manner! This is a true masterpiece! Happy anniversary to this beautiful piece of poetry, it is now 15 years old!

[Twilight]

Yes, I have a technical problem with the site; which has been making it impossible to add new poems. I'm partway through writing a long short story, called Demonicus Day; which will be in four sections. Hopefully, I will be back to adding poetry too; before too long. Fortunately, my newest writing isn't any way near as old as this one; and thanks for the positive review.

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

I hope you solve this problem as soon as possible! I am excited to read Demonicus Day once it is posted

[Twilight]

Thanks. Writing is only an interest for me, but I will add to that story; when I can. My profile includes a few other short stories, already available to read or review. I look forward to reading more of your writing, as well; and hope that you choose not to hold back. Take care.

[Efxaris Arampatzi]

I will definitely read your other stories and review them too as soon as possible! Thank you so much I will post my next piece of work once I am done writing it!

[Twilight]

OK. Sounds good.

[Thomas W Case]

I like that art is the saving grace in your well-told poem.

[Twilight]

Thanks, Thomas.

[Eternity]

I like the way you include encouragement with the depression. It's kind of like manic depression, come to think of it. Horrible facts coming down, yet, still inspired to grasp that ring of hope. Great poesy there, Twilight.

[Twilight]

Thanks, and for your interesting take on it too. I hadn't thought of it, quite in all of those ways.

[Soren]

Good advice that I take when I live in the city. There are always options. Nicely worded with great images. It left a noir feeling to it.

[Twilight]

Thanks, Soren.

[Twilight]

I wanted this one to have a bleak feel to it, and an atmosphere of dread; in order to portray a sense of despair. And, it's set in a city at night.

[Alicia Schroeder]

Beautifully purt into words.. Great peice here :)

[Aria]

this is simple and the message is sweet. the ending brings the whole piece together and leaves you with a good warm feeling. which is always a good thing. good work :)

[Twilight]

Thanks for the encouragement.

[Magdelena]

Now this was indeed interesting.. I found myself going back to it a few times to re-read it. The meaning kept changing for me and each time for the better.

Bravo!

Mags xx

[Twilight]

That's praise indeed, Magdelena. Thanks.

[Fran Marie]

a creative and inspiring piece....well expressed and nicely crafted !

[Twilight]

I try.! Your praise inspires one, to carry on..!