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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States 
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Sleep That peaceful time you long for between battles within your mind of what is real and that which I can only describe as hell If there is such a place The tender smile of long ago returns to your face if only for a little while during this brief journey back to better days and times Another battle rages on your mind the casualty of a hard fought war fighting you pull yourself up out of this dungeon One More Time Sleep if only for a little while brings much needed relief giving you hope and strength to fight tomorrows demons before they consume you I pray they leave you alone give you back the life you had before this battle raging within your mind and body What cost must you pay will the ultimate price be your life tomorrow brings hope as you sleep once again tonight You’ve got too much too lose so the only choice is fight these demons with all your might while searching for the light that brings you victory Sleep tonight my son cause you’ll need all the strength you can find to preserve your memories and survive another day ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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Robert Anderson New Member
since 2008-12-28
Posts 7Scotland |
I loved this, great stuff and keep them comming........... Fantastic job Bobby |
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Marge Tindal
since 1999-11-06
Posts 42384Florida's Foreverly Shores |
Paul~ 'Sleep if only for a little while brings much needed relief giving you hope and strength to fight tomorrows demons before they consume you' Oh, a big AMEN to this thought~ *Huglets*  ~*Marge*~ ~*The sound of a kiss is not as strong as that of a cannon, but it's echo endures much longer*~ |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
Paul - been a long time my friend, wish you the best, and pray things turn out well for you... BC |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
Paul, this....you...make me cry |
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Marc-Andre Senior Member
since 2008-12-07
Posts 501 |
Paul, this is a very impressive piece. Mark |
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Roniece Dawson-Bruce Member Ascendant
since 2000-01-29
Posts 5689Sydney, Australia |
wonderful writing Paul.. so nice to read you again my friend.. Happy New Year.. RDBBe kind at heart....for everyone you meet has their own battle to fight......... |
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Earth Angel Member Empyrean
since 2002-08-27
Posts 40215Realms of Light |
Paul, I felt this one deeply. Mind you, that's what your poems usually do. "Sleep if only for a little while brings much needed relief giving you hope and strength to fight tomorrows demons before they consume you" ~ May sleep come and be deep, healing, and restorative. Your pen spills poignant ink, dear Poet Paul. Linda |
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ethome Member Patricius
since 2000-05-14
Posts 11858New Brunswick Canada |
Great work! The cross section of reasons vivid and painted with memorable thoughts. Eric |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Robert...Glad you liked this, thanks for your reply...Paul Marge...Your words always bring a smile to my face. Thanks for understanding...Paul Bill Charles...My dear friend you are always the caring one. I'm fine, this is just some thoughts on my son that is having a hard time with some health issues. Thanks so much for caring...Paul Dixie...So glad too hear from you. I hope all is well with you. Thanks for taking time to read and reply...Paul Marc...Thanks for your reply. Impressive??? You trying to give me a swelled head...Paul RDB. Happy New Years to you dear lady. I saw some of the fireworks from down under on the T.V. It was a great display. Seems like I don't write as much as I use to or get to read others here at PIP but I will try and visit more. Thanks for taking time to read and reply...Paul Linda...Sorry if I bring pain to you, you are much too sweet of a person to feel pain. I have to agree, most of my writing is of a sad nature, but in some strange way I feel it helps me to be at peace with myself if that makes any since to you...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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inkedgoddess Member Rara Avis
since 2002-11-19
Posts 7392Ohio |
This is one person's harsh reality. Vivid in word and sentiment here. |
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Paul Wilson
since 2002-07-07
Posts 4711United States |
Eric...You hit the nail on the head. Thanks so much for your reply. So many people are tormented by many demons of one type or another...Paul Inkedgoddess...Thanks for taking time too read and reply. The reality of living day to day having to fight that which is trying to control and destroy you is a very tough battle, One that I will help him fight with all my being...Paul ~~To share my poems with you is to share my heart with you~~ |
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Neeraja Senior Member
since 2002-06-22
Posts 812The Netherlands |
This gave me goosebumps... |
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Margherita Member Seraphic
since 2003-02-08
Posts 22236Eternity |
You have poured all your love and caring into this deeply touching poem, dear Paul. May sleep be really restoring of health and serenity. Love, Margherita  |
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