Vale of Tears

There are too many tears

In this life-

I have been awash

With them,

And feared I might drown.

No rescue came,

I just

Learned

To swim.

Reviews

[alifeacoustic]

Well, what can I say. You have a unique talent for speaking volumes in so few words. The twist in your tales is that they aren't even twists, just wonderful statements of fact, that we wonder why we never thought of them, then go kick ourselves for not doing so. Brilliant.

[Zugzwang]

Hahaha. I cant take full credit for thus...actually I am a fraud! I have been reading Charles Bukowski lately and I think this is very much in his style. So I ought to acknowledge my influences. Thank you for your wonderful comments. It's nice to be supported in this way while I am wearing my heart on my sleeve and finding my voice. Much appreciated!

[Firebird]

That's beautiful. You don't need rescue. Keep swimming strong and let the waves take you to shore.

[Zugzwang]

Still paddling!!

[Firebird]

:-) 🏊🚣⛵🚢🚁

[DirectTangent]

Superb piece of work, this is. This is craftsmanship.
Once again, I can only echo our colleague's remark. You have a knack for expansiveness in your brevity.

[Zugzwang]

Why, thank you! I'm thrilled that you have enjoyed my writing and look forward to reading more of yours.