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With Back Against the Wall
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With Back Against the Wall |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana 
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I steal away into the night, Black as the heavens with no stars, With back against the wall I fight, I know the battle will leave scars. In the hard grasp of misused words, I stand my ground, my fists are tense, Dark is the night, something has stirred, I hate to wait filled with suspense. I'd be safe away from this place, A craven coward all my days, The time is now that I must face, And I have no choice but to stay. It matters not what is my end, I take what happens like a man, I control my destiny friend, Dark are the forces where I stand. ©August 27, 2012 / Jerry Pat Bolton ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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Lori Grosser Rhoden Member Patricius
since 2009-10-10
Posts 10202Fair to middlin' of nowhere |
You see in the dark very well. Well written Lori  |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Appreciate your kind words, Lori. ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
The last verse reminds me of "Invictus"... Your back may be against the wall, but you've drawn your line in the sand. Excellent write! |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Comparing the few lines of my poem to "Invictus" is indeed a welcomed thought, suthern, and I very much appreciate it. Thank you. ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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ebonygirl Member Elite
since 2011-07-14
Posts 2000California U.S.A |
Now that your back is against the wall JP, You can come out swinging! Ms. E |
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Michael
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-13
Posts 7666California |
It can seem a dark place when you're back's against the wall, and there's nothing left to do but fight... but, really, what's the alternative? Wear your scars proudly, friend. They tell us who you really are. Michael |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Yeah, you're right, Ms. E, and that's what I intend to do. Thanks for being here. ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
Michael, appreciate your thoughts, and they are good one, thank you. ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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MARK V SHELDON Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 3015In a corporeal internship... |
This makes me picture an episode out of "Angel" or "Supernatural"... There is always light within the darkness -- it's just a matter of focus... Nice imagery and full of thought... -MVS You CAN make a difference, but first you should learn how: |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
WoW! Mark. You're really catching up on my poetry. That is a very complimentary thing, man. Thank you. ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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Startime1955 Senior Member
since 2012-04-22
Posts 1072Alberta, Canada |
Well said, my friend...we all have scars not seen but you are stronger and share your scars with us...*BIG HUGS* *may our dreams ever be magical* |
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JerryPat2 Member Laureate
since 2011-02-06
Posts 16975South Louisiana |
yes, I do share my scars, Karen, some would say I share too much. It was the writing of my poems concerning my past life that made it possible for me to forgive myself and get on with what is left for me. Thank you for stopping by. ~*~ If they give you ruled paper write sideways. ~*~ |
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