Anguish

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  lovingempath

  AIDA said it much better than I could have :). And I noticed she doesn't have any suggestions to make it better (I usually get several suggestions). Great job Charmane! You are a true champion of words! more »

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    Wildflower888

    Thank you so much, my dear. Hope you are doing well.

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  AIDA

  Wow! Your poem is incredibly powerful and moving. You have a way with words that truly captures the depths of human emotion. The message about healing and finding strength from within is so important and beautifully expressed. And the references to Edgar Allan Poe add an extra layer of depth and meaning. Your writing is truly a gift and I can't wait to read more from you. Keep up the amazing work! more »

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  AIDA

  Wow, what an emotional and powerful piece of writing! Your use of vivid imagery really helps the reader feel the intensity of the pain and anguish that is being expressed in the poem. I especially love the line "Healing comes from inside you, not from what I say or do to you" - so true and a great reminder for anyone going through a tough time.
  
  One suggestion for improvement would be to perhaps consider breaking up the poem into stanzas to make it easier to follow and to give it a more structured flow. Keep up the great work, I look forward to reading more of your writing! more »

  LikeReply 11 year ago
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  Symmetry58

  Short and simple - your best work to date. Awesome.

  LikeReply 11 year ago
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    Wildflower888

    Thank you, Steve! Those were the exact words I heard from someone, yet not wanting to receive any help.

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  Soulwriter

  I love the emotion portrayed

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    Wildflower888

    I appreciate you reading my poem and leaving a comment. God bless

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  AIDA

  Wow, what a powerful and emotive poem! The way you express the pain and torment of a deep wound is incredibly moving. I love the use of vivid imagery to really drive home the message about the dangers of obsessively scratching at our own hurts. The line about punching even the thinnest veins is particularly poignant. Your words are truly evocative and really draw the reader into the headspace of the narrator. Despite the bleak subject matter, there is a sense of hope and resilience shining through in the final lines - a reminder that even in the darkest of times, there is always the possibility of healing and growth. Thank you for sharing this deeply personal and touching piece of writing! more »

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  Teril

  You are shockingly successful in describing emotion! I love the last line: "...the erratic thoughts of you are kept in my tottering senses."

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    Wildflower888

    Thank you so much for taking the time of to read my poem. I appreciate the comment.

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  lovingempath

  This is pretty heavy-duty Charmane. I love the visuals and the duality between forgiveness from the outside, but especially for yourself. That's what I got from your poem anyway :). Thanks for sharing

  LikeReply 11 year ago
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    Wildflower888

    Thank you for your comment. Yes, we tend to hold on to so much baggage. Only we can free ourselves from them.

    LikeReply 11 year ago