A discussion I remember having with my dad, it inspired me so.


He says.

Is it the ending?
"I think your words are teasing me". He says.
I'm splitting into the shadows,
Should I believe in my decree?

Is it all closing in?
"I want you to show me your proof". He says.
I'm breathing heavily now,
Should I believe in my uncouth?

Is it breaking apart?
"I can see your impression hides it away". He says.
Decaying behind the lies,
Should I believe in what I say?

"Tell me the truth, son".

Is he finding out?
"I know you better than anyone". He says.
The sun starts to shine again,
Should I show what I've become?

Is he piecing together?
"I can help you through, lean on me". He says.
I begin to cry, relentless.
Should I tell him and let it free?

"The truth has been said, son".




Poetry by John Ashleigh
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Written on 2005-09-27 at 18:57

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chasingtheday The PoetBay support member heart!
it's hard at times getting our feelings out, especially to those who have watched us grow up, seen us as a child full of laughter. they will find it hard to accept your feelings of unhappiness, but will have to all the same.
2005-09-29



You have portrayed your confussion in an artistic way! Have you read "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufork" by T. S. Eliot? Though themes are poles apart, but a kind of similarity in both attitudes.
2005-09-29