Julie Neises
Regret - Poem by Julie Neises
Stepped on
and kicked to the curb.
I try to explain
with one single verb.
I sit and I wonder,
and try as I might.
It's another uphill battle
and I'm losing the fight.
I drink and smoke
trying to clear my mind.
Everything gets cloudy
and harder to find.
I decide to go on
with a slit on my wrist.
My knuckles turn white
and so tightens my fist.
I want to call out,
get rid of my past.
But my mind keeps repeating
'remain steadfast'.
I pace 'round the room
my stomach in knots.
Getting impatient
I do another shot.
I finally have it,
so before I forget.
I write down one word,
and that word is regret.
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Wonderfully written. Heart wrenching and honest, bit what I like most is the ending and its meaning. Another excellent poem, Jules – stay strong. (Report) Reply
Hey I really like this poem. It reminded me of another poem.
Resume
Razors pain you;
Rivers are damp;
Acids stain you;
And drugs cause cramp.
Guns aren't lawful;
Nooses give;
Gas smells awful;
You might as well live.
- Dorothy Parker (Report) Reply
Really nice job. Keep writing! (Report) Reply