The weather today is bleak
Matches my mood perfectly,
The world has again returned
To its black and white state.
***
I find it comforts me
As it’s what I know,
There’s no unexpected
There’s no expectation.
***
It is as it is
As it’s all meant to be,
The heart once more
Closes, locks, darkens.
***
The world returns
To its status quo,
The borders shrink
Back into place.
***
I tried to step outside
The comfort of its walls,
But there’s no gain
Except unexpected pain.
***
I prefer my solitude
My small world,
Silly to rock the boat
Trying something new.
*********************
If you liked my writing, please click on the small heart underneath, near my name. Or send me a tip and let me know you enjoyed it.
****
Please click the link below my name to read more of my work. I would also like to thank you for taking the time to read this today and for all your support.
If you enjoy this piece, you may enjoy this one too.
Originally posted on Medium
About the Creator
Colleen Millsteed
My first love is poetry — it’s like a desperate need to write, to free up space in my mind, to escape the constant noise in my head. Most of the time the poems write themselves — I’m just the conduit holding the metaphorical pen.
Enjoyed the story? Support the Creator.
Subscribe for free to receive all their stories in your feed. You could also pledge your support or give them a one-off tip, letting them know you appreciate their work.
Reader insights
Outstanding
Excellent work. Looking forward to reading more!
Top insights
Compelling and original writing
Creative use of language & vocab
Easy to read and follow
Well-structured & engaging content
Excellent storytelling
Original narrative & well developed characters
Expert insights and opinions
Arguments were carefully researched and presented
Eye opening
Niche topic & fresh perspectives
Heartfelt and relatable
The story invoked strong personal emotions
On-point and relevant
Writing reflected the title & theme
Keep reading
More stories from Colleen Millsteed and writers in Poets and other communities.
Comments (1)
The last stanza was so relatable!