Struggle

Struggle to live each day

see beyond the infinite pain

through to the light

that holds so many hopes

I just can't get there

I come so close only to fall again

into the eternal darkness

that smothers me but makes me whole

and cradles me in its fearful grasp

as I close my eyes

grateful for the reprieve

from a life I don't want

it could be forever

if I'd take that final step

too many regrets hold me back

and I open my eyes to the pain.

Author's Note

I feel like I've used the last line before in another poem, but oh well. It's not very good, doesn't make much sense but it was in my head and now it's out...do what u will with it

Reviews

[The Rock And Roll Cowbo..]

Oh my God this could be me... wow the words you write are so powerful, it seems every time you get life on track something taints the good mood... I feel you on this one.