Schizophrenic Tranquility Poem by Tim Romines

Schizophrenic Tranquility






I find myself walking in the peaceful woods

I am scared of what may jump from the bushes.

But the calming sounds of an approaching stream

Calm me until I contemplate the slick jagged rocks.

I walk along sorting out my thoughts

But constantly bothered by the whispers in my head

I take comfort in know that I’m on the right path

I am scared about the forks that come in the road.

I choose the left feeling it was the correct choice

But the shadows and whispers grow stronger.

I slow my breathing down to a calming rate

Just in time to race the other direction.

I see the light just up ahead

My mind is racing and running from the present.

These feelings for you may not be true

As well as for many

But if they are true and meant for you

You live in your own schizophrenic tranquility.

T. Romines 07/25/2009