The Pit and the Pendulum

I sit in my pit,

Watching the pendulum swing by.

Never asking why.

I sit in my pit.

The pendulum swings back and forth,

Measuring out the time I have left.

Which is leaving me bereft.

Sitting in this pit I am reminded of my life.

My life was so full of strife,

Wasn't much of a life.

More times than not I went astray,

On the righteous path I did not stay.

The pendulum swings on and on,

Marking the time that has gone.

I sit in this pit,

Wondering where I lost my wit.

The joy from my face is no more,

I keep looking at the door.

For you to come swinging in,

For my life to begin.

Reviews

[SleeplessVolcano]

This reminds me of a scripture, "Harvest time has come and gone, and the summer is over, and we still have not yet been delivered".

I found encouragement in this sad write......we often sit and wait for that pendulum to swing.....it can be mind-numbing at times.....

[Jen Walters]

Yes, I thin that's why so many people like this poem because its so relatable. Many people can understand it, and feel it. Thanks for your kind review, and have a great day.

[Dara]

Deep and dark filled with so much emotion. Very nicely done :-)

[Jen Walters]

Thank you so much for leaving your thoughts, I deeply appreciate it and please feel free to browse some of my other writing as I shall do yours as time permits.

[Misery]

A poem of lonely words from a lost soul. A nicely composed creation, dear Jen.

[Jen Walters]

thank you so much Kevin, I appreciate your kind words

[Misery]

You are welcome, Jen.

[Jen Walters]

I have some other new ones too xD :) Thanks

[Indra Neil]

a thought provoking write with wonderful rhyme flow! enjoyed the metaphor! well done!

[Jen Walters]

thank you for the kind words. have a great day

[Indra Neil]

u r welcome! :)