Phew.

I almost slipped onto the ledge 

from which I was trying to fall. 

Without hesitation I reached for salvation

gripping the edge of Hell's unfailing wall. 

I now realize I must cut the hands that caused me sorrow. 

I fetch the knife from under my tongue and fall into tomorrow.  

Reviews

[Azriel]

this is a great piece, its quite short, but not simple and it speaks volumes, i get a sense of realization coming to the persona, which is presented really well here. really loved the language used here as well

[featherstoflight]

Thank you!

[Wórdsmíth]

last two lines're showin' rhyme...well, that's again pretty nice write by you. I was thinkin' when i saw your this tittle that what's that...!!, but as i did start to read, i got my ans..."that's a original ink to write", i liked this one too, "PHEW" your this word has a lot depth in each letter, because it used everywhere, n it uses...
well written, nice ink...great job this time.

[featherstoflight]

I truly appreciate your kind words and taking the time to review this!