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Shadow of Darkness

In the shadow of darkness, I know not what I am capable of. In the shadow of need, would I steal? In the shadow of fear… or revenge, would I kill? Light soars through my veins, while life leaves me untroubled. Should the shadow of darkness descend, will I recognize myself? This poem was inspired by JaideepContinue reading “Shadow of Darkness”

Moss-Covered Secrets

I have secrets! You don’t believe me? Of course not. I am a model citizen after all. I check each of the boxes: A successful career, a lovely family, wonderful friends… Nobody suspects the darkness within, nor sees the weight of the burdens I carry. I don’t believe that speaking of such things is beneficialContinue reading “Moss-Covered Secrets”

Delusion in Darkness

Truth is hidden in darknessBuried under layers of should bes and what ifsDistorted by human perspectivesStifled by fearSmothered by egoTruth exists as the brightest lightIt has no agendaWhere there’s no light in darknessTruth is mere delusion d’Verse Quadrille #202: Hello Darkness, hosted by Punam.

Pastel Nightmare

Though the day is bright,I sit alone on the throne of midnight illusions,cursed by dark imaginations.*Pink and blue pastels fail to lighten my mood.A feeble attempt at people watching;a pastime that only feeds my paranoia.The courtyard reeks of floral blooms;Louis Vuitton and Chanel hang from elbows,laughing ladies – taunt me.I flee into darkness. Reena’s XplorationContinue reading “Pastel Nightmare”

Light and Shadow

He hides in darknessFolded in on himselfHis sharp tongue at the readyShould any dare intrudeShe dances through sunbeamsGracefully leaping over shadowsHer light is contagiousFor all those who dare to seeShe peeks into the darknessHe unfolds Sadje’s What do you see # 230 dVerse Quadrille #197: “Look Sharp, Now! (Let’s write a poem.)” Hosted by DeContinue reading “Light and Shadow”

In The Shadows

I look into the shadows And expect there to emerge a form; Something solid and substantial, But there is only blackness. A fleeting glimpse from the corner of my eye; I quickly turn my head, To catch the presence I know is there, But all I see is empty space. Lying in bed in quietContinue reading “In The Shadows”