Prison

Through the eyes of a prisoner.

My fingers grip around brittle bars.

My hands are frozen over with frost.

The violet of my eyes have melted away,

into a milky white.

I have been here so long.

Seconds, minutes, hours, days, months, years, all mash into one thing,

And I have lost track of all time.

 

Day,

Night.

Inhale,

Exhale.

 

Accused of a crime I had hoped to escape.

Scars cross my heart,

That had been so beautiful.

My wings of silken feathers,

Now ragged and bloodied and gone.

 

Left here to rot in a cell.

I am so far from home.

 

Home.

Where is that anymore?

Those who I were forced to leave...

Do they still love me?

Through the sins I’ve committed?

 

I was an angel.

Now I am nothing but a demon.

A demonized angel.

Author's Note

This poem was inspired by an event that happened in my life, a person who is going through this situation.

Reviews

[SpeedyHobbit Armstrong]

Very intense, powerful and rather sad poem. I'm having at least one of my characters from the fantasy universe I write about springing to mind as I read this! I imagine thast time does very much seem an eternity in a prison cell, especially if you're in solitary.

[Justsimplyjulia]

thank you so much

[KAin]

I enjoyed this one a lot - the imagery delivers a powerful and a self-contained story (with hints of unwritten depth), delivered in brevity and with skill. Beautifully written, friend.
Very well done indeed...

[Justsimplyjulia]

thank you sooo much for that review
-dragon

[dreaming dame]

I have not the knowledge of words to describe how beautiful your writing is! This one Is... applicable to someone I.. we know. Beautiful and strong thank you:)
With your talent for writing, please never deny yourself a pen and paper to write:-)

[Justsimplyjulia]

im praying for you.
Thank you for taking the time to stop in.
text me some time
-Dragon

[Jack...]

Dragon, unfortunately I know these feelings and you have expressed them perfectly. Accused of something you didn't do, convicted by an uncaring heart, left to die alone...so very sad.

[Justsimplyjulia]

thank you jack
-Dragon

[Coyote Poetry]

This is very good poetry. Create a dark prison and I like the description of the imprisoned Angel. The poem create dark vision of lonely and desperate place. The prison. No weakness in the poem. Take talent to write a complete story in so few words. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Justsimplyjulia]

Thank you for reviewing Coyote! Seeing your reviews always puts me in a better mood
-Dragon

[Sami Khalil]

Dramatic , haunting and bloody good...Bravo.......

[Justsimplyjulia]

thanks a bunch!
-Dragon

[Sami Khalil]

Welcome a bunch...:)...............

[Frieda P]

Haunting story within your poem, not sure if you mean a prison literally or one of your own making...either way, enyjoy'd Dragonheart.

[Justsimplyjulia]

I actually meant a physical prison lol. thanks for reviewing!
-Dragon

[Frieda P]

You know those self imposed ones can feel much the same. My pleasure

[#SecretWriter]

I think your poem builds up a very strong image, along with the situation which is neatly portrayed

[Justsimplyjulia]

Thank you so much for the review!
-Dragon

[Scott Metro]

wow...pretty serious subject.
You paint an excellent picture of despair....
Well done...I tasted the drama.

Scott

[Justsimplyjulia]

Thank you so much!
-Dragon

[Scott Metro]

:)
Scott......

[Draven]

I have been in jail 2 times in my life before I turned 18. I relate well to this poem, although I must admit that I went there because I was guilty. This is definitely a haunting piece. Well Done. My only suggestion is that you delete the last line. I think it takes away from the magic.

[Justsimplyjulia]

Thank you so much for your review! I always look forward to seeing your comments
-Dragon