Within The REM May 6, 2011

Living in my dreams
a more comfortable reality as of late
I reunited with my relatives.

All of them
taller, larger than I
stood over me with
protection and care.

As I hugged each one
I felt…
at home.

I reconnected with
my childhood
the loving relationships
I so deeply missed.

Tears fell into
puddles at our bare feet
whilst we embraced
spirits flowed freely from
one body into the next
sharing our souls with
peace and ease.

I climbed into their arms
we exchanged blinding
apologies and well-wishes
nothing was comforting
all was overwhelming.

Each tear
tore into the earth with
vengeance
guilt
regret.

The warmth of their bodies
told me the truth.

I awoke feeling calm
yet uneasy and
still empty.

Oh peaceful sleep,
why have you left me…

 

© LRS 2011

 

Always Charmed March 21, 2011

Swerving through this life
One instance at a time,

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Decorated for allure
I am sick in love.

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Heavy headed
Shoulders weakened,

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Malfunctioned loves
Burdens overwhelm me.

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With peace protected
Faith beyond despair,

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Soaked in gauze
I find strength for more.

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As time shifts
I struggle with grace,

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Separated from the crowd
Standing on my own talent.

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© LRS 2011