deepundergroundpoetry.com
Amnesia
Pale shadows emerge from the gloom
All I have left is a shaky haze over the dark water
Only a cold fog over the river of oblivion
An ephemeral shelter in the middle of a distant summer
He promised by the unclouded sky
Where all things are warmed by your love,
Where all things are warmed by your care
Where are you now? I'm so cold here
The boarded-up house is empty and dilapidated
It would be enough for me to know that you are somewhere
Only the illusion of closeness is all I need
Where are you now?
Frost on the wires, paralyzing cold filled all the cracks
I close my eyes and go back there
Where the wind sways on an old children's swing
It doesn't scare me so much, cruel irony
But now I know a remedy for life
A few more drops to speed up the agony
A few more drops to fall into amnesia ...
However, the truth is not so important to me now,
After all, no one else in the world remembers,
The body is just a symbol, an identification mark,
You are not next to me, and the symbol has long been dead
I want to swim without opening my eyes
Over the horizon, washed with tears of life
Lost forever in the twilight skies
In the merciful mists of my amnesia ...
All I have left is a shaky haze over the dark water
Only a cold fog over the river of oblivion
An ephemeral shelter in the middle of a distant summer
He promised by the unclouded sky
Where all things are warmed by your love,
Where all things are warmed by your care
Where are you now? I'm so cold here
The boarded-up house is empty and dilapidated
It would be enough for me to know that you are somewhere
Only the illusion of closeness is all I need
Where are you now?
Frost on the wires, paralyzing cold filled all the cracks
I close my eyes and go back there
Where the wind sways on an old children's swing
It doesn't scare me so much, cruel irony
But now I know a remedy for life
A few more drops to speed up the agony
A few more drops to fall into amnesia ...
However, the truth is not so important to me now,
After all, no one else in the world remembers,
The body is just a symbol, an identification mark,
You are not next to me, and the symbol has long been dead
I want to swim without opening my eyes
Over the horizon, washed with tears of life
Lost forever in the twilight skies
In the merciful mists of my amnesia ...
Written by
KristinaX
Published 23rd Oct 2020
Author's Note
Somewhat inspired by a discussion with a friend regarding God.
All writing remains the property of the author. Don't use it for any purpose without their permission.
likes 14
reading list entries 8
comments 23
reads 621
Commenting Preference:
The author encourages honest critique.
Re. Amnesia
Wow.. such an open, honest look within. I'm still haunted with your words (in a good way) floating around my own thoughts. Those last four lines, staked me right in the feels...
"I want to swim without opening my eyes
Over the horizon, washed with tears of life
Lost forever in the twilight skies
In the merciful mists of my amnesia ..."
.... just awesome.
I loved this so.
From beginning to end
Ty for sharing 💜
🌹 🌹 🌹
xoxo
B
*nominated for POtM
"I want to swim without opening my eyes
Over the horizon, washed with tears of life
Lost forever in the twilight skies
In the merciful mists of my amnesia ..."
.... just awesome.
I loved this so.
From beginning to end
Ty for sharing 💜
🌹 🌹 🌹
xoxo
B
*nominated for POtM
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
23rd Oct 2020 11:38pm
Wow, I really don't what to say; I never expected to have anything nominated for POtM. Thanks a lot for that honor and the amazing comment. I am really glad you found it meaningful. xoxo 💖
Re. Amnesia
24th Oct 2020 1:41am
Re: Re. Amnesia
25th Oct 2020 00:42am
Thanks phantom, I am glad you found it interesting and worth contemplation. 💖
Re. Amnesia
24th Oct 2020 2:51am
Seeing further growth in your voice, the blending of scenery and objects into diatribe brings the emotion across in full dimensions. Nicely paced meter, I would have broken the lines into fewer words each, for more emphasis and gravitas, terrific sensitivity, clarity and depth. Beautifully vulnerable work. 💖🎶🙏
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
25th Oct 2020 00:46am
Thanks Daniel, your well thought out feedback really helps me. I love reading your analysis and I really appreciate your recommendations. 💖
Re. Amnesia
24th Oct 2020 10:11pm
“I want to swim without opening my eyes
Over the horizon, washed with tears of life
Lost forever in the twilight skies
In the merciful mists of my amnesia ...”
Love this
Over the horizon, washed with tears of life
Lost forever in the twilight skies
In the merciful mists of my amnesia ...”
Love this
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
25th Oct 2020 00:51am
Re. Amnesia
25th Oct 2020 4:34pm
Amazing writing. At times the mind is in free-fall to oblivion. But with God's help, the mind glides to a safe landing.
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
25th Oct 2020 4:54pm
Thanks Adagio, I am really glad you liked it. Hopefully the mind will find a safe landing. 💖
Re. Amnesia
26th Oct 2020 1:18am
Dear K,
Oh my, the loneliness I felt was intense with this piece. I found the inspiration for the write as fascinating as the brilliance of it. Having had many one sided conversations with god reading this has me thinking I’ve not been alone in thinking I’ve been abandoned by god to fend for myself through these seemingly unnavigable waters. Wonderfully penned outcome from your conversation. In other words, great write. 😊 H🌷
Oh my, the loneliness I felt was intense with this piece. I found the inspiration for the write as fascinating as the brilliance of it. Having had many one sided conversations with god reading this has me thinking I’ve not been alone in thinking I’ve been abandoned by god to fend for myself through these seemingly unnavigable waters. Wonderfully penned outcome from your conversation. In other words, great write. 😊 H🌷
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
26th Oct 2020 8:06pm
Thank you Honoria, I am humbled by your comment. I think we are very much in sync. 💖
Re. Amnesia
26th Oct 2020 6:38am
Dearest Kristina, I agree with Honoria, there is true brilliance in this poem. As I've mentioned before, your wisdom and erudition extends well beyond your years. It is a richly rewarding experience reading your work. Two passages that touched me deeply are these,
"Only the illusion of closeness is all I need"
"You are not next to me, and the symbol has long been dead"
Bravissima bella BD❣❣
"Only the illusion of closeness is all I need"
"You are not next to me, and the symbol has long been dead"
Bravissima bella BD❣❣
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
26th Oct 2020 8:13pm
Thanks for your continued support and the beautiful comment GW. I am really glad you liked it. 💖
Re. Amnesia
28th Oct 2020 10:54pm
This is an existential wonder...capturing pain and suffering in each line...the ending brings the poem home. Powerful and poignant ink Kristina.
🙏 Harry
🙏 Harry
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
28th Oct 2020 11:16pm
Thank you for the beautiful comment and generous 'existential wonder' remark. I am really glad you liked it. 💖
Re. Amnesia
29th Oct 2020 9:55pm
Re: Re. Amnesia
30th Oct 2020 00:18am
Thank you for the comment Poetspeak, I am glad you liked it and could feel the emotion. 💖
Re. Amnesia
Excellent work! The detail in your poem left me feeling I was there somehow wanting to say a few comforting words that might cheer you. I could feel your pain as I went along somehow hoping the poem would never end. What a masterpiece! I love it!
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
30th Oct 2020 00:20am
I think it is really sweet that you wanted to say some comforting words. And you leave me speechless with your comment. Thank you so much. 💖
Re: Re. Amnesia
You are most welcome! It was a real pleasure to read your poem. Thank you for sharing it. I, too, have added your wonderful poem to my RL. Take care!
0
Re. Amnesia
4th Mar 2021 9:14pm
Another re-visit
Seeing your origins as a writer and distinctive emotion
I like being in that space
BL
Seeing your origins as a writer and distinctive emotion
I like being in that space
BL
0
Re: Re. Amnesia
4th Mar 2021 9:39pm
I didn't even realize this one was that long ago. :) It is definitely interesting strolling back to see how things were and how they change. I am really happy you like being in that space or any of my space. Always love getting a BL. 💖