Drowning

Drowning

A Poem by Tai Ryens
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I lost myself.

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I want to drown,

To drown in an ocean of faces,

Be like them, do as they do,

Wear their mask that is emotionless.

 

I breathe in life hidden in those waters, adventuring it,

Storing away the secret of my drowned past with master stealth,

Spewing millions of lies with my lips,

Until I start to believe in my own lies myself.

 

There, I swam the sea of illusion,

With a life that is oh, so bland,

As I stare at the stranger in the mirror,

And begin to question who I am.

 

But then, that’s when the tsunamis return to take me back,

Backwards, my memory begins to bend,

The first river escapes my hollow eyes as the current pulls me away,

And the tears of my past stain my cheeks again.

© 2012 Tai Ryens


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Careful time well spent considering the crucial 'identity' question with broader metaphoric interludes. Nicely provocative. A really clever write.

Posted 12 Years Ago


I think of inner conflict and struggle when I read this but mostly I think of change.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Amazing imagery and flow...I think we all stare into the mirror at times and question our existence, our intentions or those of others.. perhaps want to change something in our lives..this is a deeply emotional piece and so well crafted. The rhythm flows effortlessly.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Very deep. I can see myself in this poem. I love the last stanza the best, I think it represents how just when you tart to break free, society grabs you by the neck and drags you back under. Excellent write.

Posted 12 Years Ago


wow this is a very deep poem i liked it

Posted 12 Years Ago


How darkly whimsical. So many vivid images and beautiful little thoughts to grasp onto. I adore the constant theme of water and memory, lovely write.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Wow what a strong piece, very well written!

Posted 12 Years Ago


Fine piece of poetry, good work.

Posted 12 Years Ago


Expressive & Beautifully written!

Posted 12 Years Ago


I can feel whats going through the writers head and the flow just ties it all together! Love it!

Posted 12 Years Ago



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Tai Ryens
Tai Ryens

Bay Area, CA



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