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Within My Darkness
by Jon Willey
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Rated "G" by the Author.

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In whispered tones it beckons
a voice I know and know not
prodding me though my fears race
raw, persistent, refusing to abate

dread, the hands motioning to me
more compelling than desire
for my next breath, a gasp
colder than dark earth spaded
for the invitation of interment

my leave an option expired
only fate can exhume my mind
from this pit, misery gripping my soul
shadows taunting concealing stealing
the last vestiges of joy's light

mighty is the curse pursuing me
a demon in the night, in the light
shall peace be always snatched
from moments of my every contentment

 




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Reviewed by Sheila Roy 7/28/2009
Jon,
This reminds me of the way I feel when I let a regret or piece of guilt take over my mind. These things can drag us down and even make us feel as though we don't deserve happiness. Just my reaction to this poem. Poe would have smiled:)
Sheila
Reviewed by MaryGrace Patterson 7/26/2009
I can feel the depths of dispair in this sad hearttouching poem! Tomorrow is another day and with it comes the hope of a better and brighter one . Blessings to you....M
Reviewed by Liana Margiva 7/26/2009
WONDERFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!! I LOVE IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva
Reviewed by Chantilly Lace 7/26/2009
Very well written sweet Jon... my prayers and love are with you ..please remember this I am always here if you need me...Please let me know how you you are OK..I posted a poem yesterday I hope it brings a smile to your face...so busy these days really dont have much time for anything,so much sickness in our world and sometimes I feel totally useless...sighhh..take care my sweet friend I adore..Hugsss and Kisses coming your way....sighhh....please stay safe and keep smiling ..OK
Love Always,
Chanti Lace xoxoxo
Reviewed by jude forese 7/25/2009
a deep sense of supernal battle and emotional turmoil ...
Reviewed by Ronald Hull 7/22/2009
I do hope this is fine artistry and not true biography.

Stay well.

Ron
Reviewed by Gene Williamson 7/22/2009
Dear Jon, if the writing were not so powerful, so gripping, yes,
and a bit frightening, I'd be concerned. Actually I am. But this
is so well crafted, my friend, that I read in admiration the depth
of your talent to explore the the demons that often haunt us all.
My thoughts, as you know, are with you. -gene.


Reviewed by Carole Mathys 7/22/2009
This had a dark and haunting feel to it, a little different that your usual style but excellent, as always Jon Michael
peace and love, Carole~
Reviewed by Romantic Poetess Victoria L. McColley 7/22/2009
oh the depths of your muse Jon!!! I Love It!!
Intertwining, mingling...proding emotions to be felt...
revealing suspense, leaving me suspended...
Wonderful Darkled Edifice...peering into an abyss..
let us light a candle to see the cursing presence
Love & Inspirations!
Vickie :)
Reviewed by Janice Beaty Springs 7/22/2009
I've wrestled with this joker before, in each battle I claim victory... beautifully written... you continue to amaze me! Blessings, Janice Beaty Springs
Reviewed by D Johnson 7/22/2009
Jon, sadly those demons do persist. They return all too frequently and stay like an unwatned relative visiting and never leaving. An excellent job of writing. Peace be with you.

Cheers,
Dan
Reviewed by Walt Hardester 7/22/2009
The worst Demons we ever have to face are our own. Nice work Jon.

~W~
Reviewed by Felix Perry 7/22/2009
Dark write but so well done it reflects the author's ability to present drama and imagery perfectly. Well done.
fee
Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle 7/22/2009
Excellent work Jon,I enjoy reading it,take care

EDWIN
Reviewed by George Carroll 7/21/2009
In the tunnel of depression one has to se through the abyss or be lost within its confines of our own prison.
Reviewed by Karen Palumbo 7/21/2009
Such a dark and deep place for one to be, one step away from the bowels of depression. I pray that you are okay....

Be always safe,
Karen
Reviewed by John Flanagan 7/21/2009
Jon,
This has the terrible passion one reads in Hopkins's dark sonnets, and the beauty, too; "...more compelling than desire for my next breath," haunts me, troubles me and yet in that strange marvellous way great writing has lifts me up, the words transcending the very thought.
This is splendid writing.

John
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