Psychomachia
Heather Hubler's Unscrambled Challenge Poppy's Prompts #4 Poppy's Prompts #5
"Fragile. Handle With Care."
You dropped my heart
Cognizant it was made of glass
I watched it descend in slow motion
A careless mishap? A sabotage, mayhap?
You put the blame on the wind
And thrived in that chasmic cosy chaos
~~~~~
I wish I knew then, what I know now
I failed to notice that a neon sign
Above my head blinked "disposable"
It overshadowed my warning label
~~~~~
If I weren't so myopic
If I was just a tad psychic
If I had followed the maps of my gut
If I knew where your trail of paint would lead to
I'd have stopped you long before
~~~~~
You were aphasic in dialect
Nothing more than an empty envelope
Or a cassette with its tape pulled out
You felt so macho, like a champ
But you're a psycho and a chimp
~~~~~
I'm feeling so conflicted
Should I beg you not to leave?
Or leave it to the cosmic energies?
You don't believe in karma but you will
When it shoves strawberries up your ass
Watching you erode would be my bliss
https://www.dictionary.com/browse/psychomachia
Author's Notes:
This poem was inspired by and written for:
1. Heather Hubler's Unscrambled Challenge
The word I chose was "Psychomachia" and the words that were unscrambled from it are in Bold.
2. Poppy's Prompts #4
The words to be used were Sabotage, Strawberry, Disposable, Cassette and Glass.
3. Poppy's Prompts #5
The words to be used were Paint, Erode, Envelope, Descend and Wind.
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Love you wordplay!
This poetry is a raw and evocative expression of emotions. The use of vivid imagery and metaphors creates a powerful impact. The theme of fragility and the plea to handle with care resonate deeply. The introspection and realization of the narrator's own awareness and hindsight add layers of complexity. The contrast between vulnerability and strength is palpable. The blend of emotions, from longing to anger, is skillfully woven into the verses. Overall, this poem captures the complexity of human relationships and the rollercoaster of emotions that accompany them. It's a thought-provoking piece that leaves a lasting impression.
This was so deep! I love it <3
A wonderful powerful read. Congrats on top story.
So Good to be True...
Oh I do not like NOTIFICATIONS. Blinked and I missed this lovely shove strawberry up the wazoo poem. You tell em Dhar. Sorry, your work comes in sporadic bursts of loveliness. But the time has come, so congrats.
powerful and clever---
I know someone I could say this to. Well done on your cleverly written poem Dharrsheena!
Love the formatting you used to outline this! Well done!
This was one of the best things I’ve read fantastic job on this one!!
I love this poem. I am so happy you took something negative and turned it into something positive. You are an inspiration.
This poem delivers so much in terms of emotion, from the gut-wrenching: 'I failed to notice that a neon sign Above my head blinked "disposable"' to the absurd: 'You don't believe in karma but you will When it shoves strawberries up your ass'. I loved it! Congratulations on Top Story, too!
Congrats on Top Story, you deserve it
Well done 👏 You've got the calling of a script writer and I think it's recommendable for you to also seek that opportunity as well. Nicely done
Hello, "Fragile. Handle With Care." It’s a powerful piece that vividly portrays the pain and resilience of someone who has experienced deep emotional hurt. Your use of imagery, like the heart made of glass descending in slow motion, is particularly striking and effectively conveys the fragility and devastation of the situation. The raw emotion and honesty in your words resonate deeply. The metaphorical language you employ, such as "a cassette with its tape pulled out," powerfully illustrates the sense of emptiness and betrayal. The way you blend vulnerability with strength, especially in lines like "You felt so macho, like a champ / But you're a psycho and a chimp," adds a compelling contrast that highlights the complexity of your experience. Your poem leaves a lasting impact, encouraging readers to reflect on their own experiences with pain and healing. Thank you for sharing such a personal and evocative piece. I look forward to reading more of your work.
You are talented
Wow!!
capturing a deep sense. Very nice top story! Dharrsheena
Mania runs deep indeed, Dhar. Congrats on a well-deserved top-story.
This was extremely powerful! Loved it!
congrats on top story.
Congrats on Top Story..
Congrats on the top story, My Morbid Friend. "I failed to notice that a neon sign Above my head blinked "disposable" I am just highlighting the above line because that feeling hurts like nothing else can.
Outstanding 😭