Depths of Despair

by steve1223adelaide, South Australia

Jul 2011 404 Views 4 comments

Depths of Despair

A cave so deep and dark and dank
Is where I want to be
No light to shine, no breath to stir
To hide myself from thee

My sins upon my neck I wear
A chain that weighs me down
Grief, anger, pity, hate
My bedding they do make

A voice it whispers in my head
Love, forgiveness, it does speak
Open your heart and open your eyes
Let the light shine in

Dare I hope, Dare I believe
After all I've done, all I have been
Words spoken, acts committed
That someone cares for me

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Posted: Jul 2011

About this poem:

Wrote this one a few years ago. Everyone sometime in their life hits the depths of despair. Sometimes just a kind word can make all the difference to the person.

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Comments (4)

Mariette01Adelaide, South Australia AustraliaJul 29, 2011

Yes, Steve I hope that everyone has someone who cares about them, no matter what they have chosen to do with their lives. You can love someone, while not necessary loving what they do.

XmonacoMonaco, Monte-Carlo MonacoJul 30, 2011

Very touching Steve,the one who gives you less is in fact teaching you more.

Happygolucky4uTreasure Coast, Florida USAJul 30, 2011

"A cave so deep and dark and dank
Is where I want to be"

Those few words right there says so much about me when I feel that way. And yes a kind word, look, touch can make all the difference in the world.

marikiaTbilisi, GeorgiaJul 30, 2011

Words can do wonders, I agree, especially kind, soothing and gentle words. They are enough to put you in a positive mood and make you smile and believe: you are not alone - there is someone who cares about you. Thank you.