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    Blazing Inferno

      An ordinary hot summer day Greedy flames lick at my body I am trapped in a sea of fire  Chains of blazing flames tie me up   Poems and stories on my mind There is no way to write them down My fingers don't obey my...

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    • Elke….so glad you found the strength and words for this remarkable piece.
      🙏

    • I love your wording. Well done!

    • Each our own battles distract from another’s. Thank you for sharing yours to deflate the the imagined importance of mine. 🌼

      • Thank you so much for reading and sharing your opinion in your kind comment, Joe!
        In the beginning I put much effort in hiding my disease and pretending that nothing was wrong. I felt so ashamed! Meanwhile I know that there is nothing shameful about disability and dependency. As you say, everyone has to carry their backpack containing good and bad things with the purpose to teach us a lesson

    • Powerfully penned, Elke. Your imagery is precise, amazing write my friend. Appreciate you.

      Damian

      • Thank you so much for reading and commenting! Your kind and valuable support is always highly appreciated!

    • You’re actually an inspiration to others with this writing. Many hate their lives and wish they could change. Trough the mundane tasks of life they complain and never show gratitude for how lucky they are.

      Your struggle is a real one that only the strongest can endure. I hope life gets better for you somehow.

      No need to respond.

      • Wow Tim! I had never expected to read such a great and understanding comment to my writing! Of course I have my struggles with my condition. But I am also convinced that every problem presents us learning tasks. When we accept that challenge, we will be stronger and maybe a little wiser. To go through life with an open heart and lots of gratitude for all the wonders and blessings all around us was one of the lessons I have learned. And – everyone has their struggles and fights. Suffering is no competition. In the end, aren’t we all walking each other home?

    • Elke, Ich liebe es! Suffering from a disability myself, I can relate to the struggle. Our writing, however, makes you and me beat the disability and we come out as inspirational in our work. Sehr gut, Elke!

      Daniel
      Gotisch-Surrealistisch

    • Your comment is mind-blowing and touches me deeply! You are so right, we can eithér give up and let the disease win or learn from it and transform the suffering into writing. Life has to offer many gifts despite of illness and disability. Maybe we appreciate them even more.
      1000 und einen Dank!

    • Hello Elke,

      Sorry I’m writing such a late review here. Your writing has always intrigued me. Your words captivate and mesmerize me. This poem shows your strength and determination to move past this debilitating disease and strive for what your heart and soul truly feels. Beautifully written, with such amazing detail.
      Bravo Elke
      xo

    • I wish that I could somehow quench the flames that torment you, if only for a few hours…💞
      and often thereafter

      • Awe!!! Your words touch me deeply, dear Jím!
        Know what? Your positive intention reached me across the miles. I feel good right now! xoxo

    • Dear Elke, I love that I can make you feel good. I wish to do that often. Whenever you want…
      Jim 💕

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    Damian DeadLove wrote a new post

    Every Word

    The highs and lows forever shape me Even inside the deepest shade of blue Each verse written screams to be free With every word longing to remain true     Copyright @ Damian DeadLove 2024

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    • I love this, Damian. You are a man of honor.
      I want to bookmark this, but it won’t let me.

      • Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Alexandria. So glad you connected with the write my friend. When it comes to honor, I truly try, hence the highs and lows. lol. It’s bookmarked then, sorry it won’t let you. Thanks so much for your support. Appreciate you.

        Damian

    • Perfect reasons to do what you do. I love it. :))

      • Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Fia. So glad you connected with the write my friend. It’s not very complicated, is it? lol. Appreciate you.

        Damian

    • You are an honorable writer, Damian. The freedom to write and express is a gift and you’ve shown you are a prolific poet who many can relate to.

      • Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Tim. So glad you connected with the write my friend. I’m just me, but thank you for such a wonderful complement. Appreciate you.

        Damian

    • damn. this hits.

      • Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Ambjr. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Appreciate you.

        Damian

      • Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Thomas. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Appreciate you.

        Damian

    • And this is why I read every word you share. Kindred. That’s all I got, my friend 🙌

      • Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Willow. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Kindred, indeed. Appreciate you.

        Damian

    • Short and sweet but that’s not all .. I imagine also true .. Neville 😎👍

      • Thanks so much for reading and your kind words, Neville. So glad you connected with the write my friend. Every single word.. Appreciate you.

        Damian

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    Under the weight of stars

    Eye see beyond vendors of flesh: the beautiful and the o’so strange` mere advocates of warmth for trade, bartering pieces of their truth Posed as riddles:but there's only one I care to unravel and make my homethere’s something enticing about being meaningfully exposed, like lovers...

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    Pushover

    I love you with everything but I'm breaking inside you go out with your friends and I'm left woundering you say it's nothing I try to trust but you lie about where you go who your with what you...

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    • Heartfelt write, Lora. Relationships are tough, such a passionate plea my friend. Amazing work. Appreciate you.

      Damian

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