Rules of Engagement
Darkness lives in corners
where spiders hide undisturbed
and dust gathers secrets
protected by blankets of mystery
I stumble in confusion
Why did I not know sooner?
Climbing over discarded baggage
scattered without thought
and blocking advancement
Wishing to tear down
the emotional scaffolding
holding up your life
Unable to comprehend the
rules of engagement
I become weary from trying
and fall on my own sword
A breath, then another, realizing
I have become an impediment
Copyright © 2023 Christine Bolton - Poetry for Healing
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Sanaa is hosting the bar at D’Verse tonight and she has prompted us with
Line Messaging Poetry. In her words:
“For today’s MTB challenge, I invite you all to try out this new poetic form. Be philosophical, somber or serious, show us your playful side or even better, be romantic! The choice is yours”
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