Umbrella of Strength: A Sonnet on Facing Fears and Insecurities
Existence a maleficent dreamscape,
Where trepidations and apprehensions dwell,
A life of paranoia and insecurities,
Akin to one who brandishes an umbrella well,
Due to a phobia of the deluge of my being,
I oft find myself in ignorance and dread,
But still, I live my life in constant fleeing,
From all the things that keep me trapped in bed.
But still, I hope for a brighter tomorrow,
Where fears and insecurities will flee,
And I'll find peace, without any sorrow,
And live my life, with all my heart and glee.
So let me take this umbrella in my hand,
And face the rain, with all my strength and stand.
As I embark on this journey,
With the hope to find my destiny's key.
About this poem
The sonnet presents a poignant depiction of the human condition, characterized by an ominous dreamscape of existential fear and insecurity. The imagery of trepidations and apprehensions dwelling in this maleficent realm serves to convey the overwhelming sense of paranoia and self-doubt that plagues the speaker's existence. The metaphor of brandishing an umbrella as a means of protection against the deluge of one's being is particularly evocative, highlighting the speaker's phobic response to their inner turmoil. Despite their persistent feelings of ignorance and dread, the speaker maintains a glimmer of hope for a brighter tomorrow, where they will find the strength and resilience to face their fears and unlock the key to their destiny. more »
Written on January 14, 2023
Submitted by Mawphniang.Napoleon on January 14, 2023
Modified on March 05, 2023
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| Scheme | XAXA BCBC DEDE FFEE |
|---|---|
| Closest metre | Iambic pentameter |
| Characters | 675 |
| Words | 142 |
| Stanzas | 4 |
| Stanza Lengths | 4, 4, 4, 4 |
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