Solitary sufferings

~ ~M

I’m in that place again
a solitary prison of self-pity
dissolving in a room without windows
punishing the portrait of myself

Why do I repeatedly come here
to a place of unnecessary suffering
blotting out every light source
to the detriment of my soul

I’m like a vacant-eyed visitor
destined for undeniable destruction
welcoming a withering existence
as the world shuffles on

I could choose to chase the sunshine
become a ball of light myself
but what’s the fun in sunbeams
who always disappear into the dark

© 2024 Michelle Cook

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16 thoughts on “Solitary sufferings”

  6. Michelle, poignantly said. It is more than OK to be solitary getting some me time. I actually cherish that. But, we need to make it a positive experience rather a self-defeating one. If there is truth behind these poignant words, I wish the best to find more solace. Take care, Keith

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    1. Thank you, Brad…no worries though. These are the things I write when I’m awake too early n lost in contemplative thought. I just need a good nights sleep. lol

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