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Holodeckitis
My addiction chains me to these hollow walls
Where bards are intangible photonic souls
Projected to deceive my corrupted senses
Into believing everything I'm feeling is real
I keep returning in hopes I will be learning
My imagination has not painted me shades of the fool
Now all I hear are whispers of fear I'll always be here... alone
The images appear so transparently clear
Yet I can't see through the veil of your lies
So why am I the one radiating hypocrisy?
For I have nothing to hide in my empty decaying heart
Are you solid enough to see what you have done to me?
Making it impossible to walk away in the pain of withdrawal
Nothing hurts more than knowing nothing is real that I feel
So please medicate me with your love poetry
Then I won't have to deal with the cold reality
That all we have said was just lines in my head
Here deep underground in my forgotten grave
Where life fades into gray shades no one ever will see
No one will visit or care that I once wrote you love poetry
Where bards are intangible photonic souls
Projected to deceive my corrupted senses
Into believing everything I'm feeling is real
I keep returning in hopes I will be learning
My imagination has not painted me shades of the fool
Now all I hear are whispers of fear I'll always be here... alone
The images appear so transparently clear
Yet I can't see through the veil of your lies
So why am I the one radiating hypocrisy?
For I have nothing to hide in my empty decaying heart
Are you solid enough to see what you have done to me?
Making it impossible to walk away in the pain of withdrawal
Nothing hurts more than knowing nothing is real that I feel
So please medicate me with your love poetry
Then I won't have to deal with the cold reality
That all we have said was just lines in my head
Here deep underground in my forgotten grave
Where life fades into gray shades no one ever will see
No one will visit or care that I once wrote you love poetry
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Re. Holodeckitis
Anonymous
16th Oct 2017 5:31pm
Absolutely crushing in its pain and longing. When what we believe to be real and solid is exposed to be hollow...there's nothing quite like that ache. You've captured that perfectly here
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I've tried a few times to walk away from here.
The pain is palpable yet intoxicating.
The illusion of love, friendship and sex,
intermixed with artistic creativity
has blended reality with fantasy
into a milkshake of madness.
That sounds like it could be another stanza in this poem.
Thank you for the understanding comment Ash! JJ
The pain is palpable yet intoxicating.
The illusion of love, friendship and sex,
intermixed with artistic creativity
has blended reality with fantasy
into a milkshake of madness.
That sounds like it could be another stanza in this poem.
Thank you for the understanding comment Ash! JJ
Re. Holodeckitis
Firstly- perfect title for this piece.
Also- this is heartbreaking JJ, well categorized under drug poems. Deep underground here... I find myself reflecting through your words, the timing of your post... Asking “Is it real? Have you ever really felt this way before?” You may implore... but I guess we’ll never really know.
Thank you for this raw expression, you are not alone <3
Also- this is heartbreaking JJ, well categorized under drug poems. Deep underground here... I find myself reflecting through your words, the timing of your post... Asking “Is it real? Have you ever really felt this way before?” You may implore... but I guess we’ll never really know.
Thank you for this raw expression, you are not alone <3
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16th Oct 2017 6:40pm
Thank you for the deep comment NB! I'm a big Star Trek van, so equating DUP with a holodeck seemed a very natural thing to do. The addictive nature of this site is undeniably real. It's hard to tell who is real here and who is posing as someone completely different. One day everything seems crystal clear and the next a tornado rips everything to shreds. I feel myself sinking back into depression and anger over what was never real to begin with. I wonder if I am just naïve or if others are just that unscrupulous... but he pain feels as real as if we were all living together in a huge hotel in the physical world, but then finding out it was an illusion formed from the hope created in my mind. JJ
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16th Oct 2017 8:20pm
Addictive indeed... and the pain just as toxic. I’ve contemplated much this past week about just this topic, none of us really know who is on the other end of the keyboard, or how many accounts anyone may have. I have my suspicions already, but new as I am here, I will bide my time.
I’m sorry you’ve been gripped by these feelings my friend, please don’t sink too far <3
I’m sorry you’ve been gripped by these feelings my friend, please don’t sink too far <3
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Re. Holodeckitis
16th Oct 2017 10:06pm
I agree this place is seductive. But I do love the poetry and try not to worry who is behind the masks.
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17th Oct 2017 00:37am
Ordinarily I don't either, but I have made a few very good friends here over the past 6 years. But every now and then someone turns out to be someone completely opposite of who they portrayed themselves to be. It's more complicated than I'm stating but you get the idea... thanks for commenting! JJ
Re. Holodeckitis
16th Oct 2017 10:45pm
I feel your heartfelt passion in this poem. I've cut down significantly on how often I post on here because it appears that the interaction has waned. If I post an erotic poem though they'll be an abundance of folks reading my poem but even then the majority won't comment or hit the like button to let you know that they enjoyed your creation. So I understand exactly where you're coming from with this.
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17th Oct 2017 00:19am
Yes, that's a pet-peeve of mine. There are some people who don't reciprocate on commenting, so I have stopped commenting on theirs. I usually like poems and comments with a thumbs up. Also replies to my comments get a thumbs up just to say thank you. It seems many desire comments but put none out. I have several trophies for commenting and not because I'm trying to win trophies. I just love reading poetry and acknowledging the efforts of the writer. Erotic poetry gets ridiculous reads but few comments. I guess their hands are too busy, or a mess, to comment... lololol Thanks for commenting Damon! JJ
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17th Oct 2017 00:54am
Re. Holodeckitis
17th Oct 2017 2:54am
JJ, I'm sorry you have experienced some false friends on here and can understand the frustration you must be feeling. When someone like you opens their heart and feelings, there always seems like someone either mistakes the situation or perhaps even takes advantage, although I fail to see what would be gained by playing games.
I hope you will continue here, for it would be a more dismal place to visit and write without you. Teri
I hope you will continue here, for it would be a more dismal place to visit and write without you. Teri
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17th Oct 2017 3:19am
Awwwww... you humble me into blushing AT! Thank you for being so sweet!!! JJ
Re. Holodeckitis
17th Oct 2017 7:05pm
dearest JJ this hurt my heart to read
the deep pain you feel
to have gifted your love poems to one
who may have not deserved your affection
you have a beautiful soul & it shines
the love you've shown me is cherished
& can't be replaced by another voice here..
love & hugs Brenda
the deep pain you feel
to have gifted your love poems to one
who may have not deserved your affection
you have a beautiful soul & it shines
the love you've shown me is cherished
& can't be replaced by another voice here..
love & hugs Brenda
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18th Oct 2017 10:38am
Re. Holodeckitis
Anonymous
23rd Oct 2017 00:19am
Your have touched me deeply with this writing. I am torn with being greatfull for reading your words, to know someone who feels as I do. Yet, sadden to realize you hurt like me. We are strong. Reading your poetry leaves me feeling confident that your words will not ever be forgotten. I won't forget this piece. How could I? You have described me. Thank you JJ for sharing
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23rd Oct 2017 2:15am
the hidden magic of poetry is in it's ability to reach its readers to share the poets own feelings. It is rewarding to my muse that you feel as I do! Thank you for such a wonderful comment! JJ
Re. Holodeckitis
24th Oct 2017 7:26pm
First things first - the title - YES!!!
And, indeed this place can be addictive. Revealing the depths of your heart is like that - and this place is so much safer than doing it with "solid" people, as I'm slowly (painfully) learning.
I'm pretty certain you'll never be alone here.
k
And, indeed this place can be addictive. Revealing the depths of your heart is like that - and this place is so much safer than doing it with "solid" people, as I'm slowly (painfully) learning.
I'm pretty certain you'll never be alone here.
k
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24th Oct 2017 11:25pm
K, I don't think I ever have to worry about cyber-loneliness on here, but the solid loneliness of reality can be overwhelming sometimes. You must be a Trekie like me, lol. I never miss an episode on tv and when I got Netflix I watched every episode of every series in a mad weeklong binging session. Barely go any sleep, lol. And I could do it all over again! JJ
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25th Oct 2017 3:58am
can't say I've watched EVERY one.... but lots, yes! I think I can proudly wear the Trekkie title. (Captain Picard's ready-room chime is my text notification sound. makes me so happy when it goes off!) k
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25th Oct 2017 12:30pm
HA! That used to be my ringtone but now I used Kirk's communicator sound. Gotta love it! JJ