PostPoems Be Artistic. Be Creative. Be Inspired!

over the years

my eyes have faithfully scanned

looking for affection and trust

in an otherwise lonely and loveless land

still I only see shadows from where I

presently stand

if only I could absorb some meaning

for why my heart constricts only to

then again expand

even though I am obviously caught and confused

that still can be no basis for my mistreatment

of others to be excused

when the ego gets battered the emotions also

tend to get bruised

so I am forced again to learn yet another valuable

lesson to take along with me

that one day may be used

'The Obviousness' of my dilemma is

that I have alas made restitution

and paid the bulk of my most crucial dues

I finally won something at which with I

originally thought I would likely lose

the full measure of my own self respect............

( written Jan 17,1992 pm)