what universal words........well done!
pax :)
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Loved this honest and introspective write, Mary. I can relate to this on so many levels; but, spiritually, on a Christian level, I am currently on a journey where I feel led to unearth things in my life and emotions that have been suppressed for many years and to deal with them... it is indeed a struggle to find the courage to do this, and an even greater struggle to "do the right thing with what I find", but one which I am sure with God's help I will win and to begin and persevere is better than not starting at all! Honesty and integrity are paramount, I am sure. Therefore loved your lines here: "Dark windows that lead into a soul / that battles itself the more to be whole". You have really connected with me here, and many thanks for your visit to my page, too. Bless you, Kate x

Splendid poetry!!!
Well written.

Yes. We are often in a conflict within for I believe within us are sometimes several "personalities. Well done, Mary. Love and peace. Regis

Oh yes, you expressed this so well, excellent poem,

Reindeer

Almost sounds like the relationship between lovers. Thought provoking.

Good poem, filled with a variety of imagry. One moment a battle of hate, another a lustful night, then back to the battle. ~ Sara

Yup, mans private hell.

Very well writen Mary..

Spoken so eloquently on what has touched you so deeply, WAR

Mary you wrapped yourself up inwardly to face something (the war) disagreeable to you. Your reticence is posed and positioned. A good introspective look at war as you feel it must be. Bill Murray

Nice write. I enjoyed your rhyme scheme. The unheard cry in the night is a nice touch. Enjoyed.