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Tortured
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Musings of an observer.


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Tortured he stands alone,
Shivering from anxiety.
Anxiety over yesterday,
Anxiety over tomorrow.
What's next he asks,
Already knowing the answer.
Paralyzed by his inabillity to say no,
His days and especially nights are filled,
With regret, resentment and self loathing.
For caring about others feelings,
To the detriment of self.
He swears someday the cycle will end,
Not holding his breath,
Till that day comes.

2010 Walt Hardester
      

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 Reviews of "Tortured"
Reviewed by Linda Hill
Reviewed on January 31, 2010
Walt,
I like this, I think all of us can relate to this one.

Blessings+
~Linda

Reviewed by LadyJtalks LadyJzTalkZone (Reader)
Reviewed on January 17, 2010
Just a few good friends would help I say...know any...good write though and though I've always knew how to say no, nights dont have to be filled with regrets to be just sad and lonely. LadyJ

Reviewed by Susan de Vegter
Reviewed on January 17, 2010
The cycle of life is what compassion embraces with fate.Great words for a compassionate soul.

Reviewed by Chessly Nesci
Reviewed on January 17, 2010
Excellent description of Anxiety! I don't think the cycle ever ends it just becomes less intense. If he learns to say no the torture will subside. Take care, ~Chessly

Reviewed by Karen Vanderlaan
Reviewed on January 17, 2010
it is a tough place to be for him--so important to take care of self for when feeling such anxiety, he is no good to anyone!

Reviewed by Jon Willey
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
Walt, anxiety, the tin soldier in the complexity of the human psyche -- always armed and ready for action -- for many there is no retreating, the march to the panic button is always a forced march to someone else's tune -- peace and love my friend -- Jon Michael

Reviewed by Ch'erie de Perrot
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
Gimme that button, I'm all over it..Great write Walt, captures the true essence of anxiety! Ty Ch'erie

Reviewed by Felix Perry
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
The reality of life is that human emotions can take a heavy toll in what we do and how we live...
fee

Reviewed on January 16, 2010
oh yes Walt...this is "Tortured"
"Paralyzed by his inabillity to say no,"
time to hit that button
Vickie

Reviewed by Elisabeth Barstowe
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
Someday he will find the strength. I love this, so well described.

Reviewed by Rose Rideout
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
An exceptional write Walt.

Newfie Hugs, Rose

Reviewed by Georg Mateos
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
"...paralyzed by the inability to say no..." seems to be an impossible corner where to seek refuge against a storming wind...

Georg


Reviewed by Ron (sketchman) Axelson (Reader)
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
Walt, you out done yoreself on this one.
I can relate some..
Ron

Reviewed on January 16, 2010
WHOA! I See a person who "enables" who pacifies! And leaves his Feelings Last! This person sounds hurting and I hurt for their lack of strength, Wisdom and Choice! This can cause undo Stress! I pray they STOP being walked on, so their Growth is shown and Happiness in Life\Love is there's once again!I really do care and this person is Important too!!! Great Written and Felt Poem Walt! I hope YOUR NEW YEAR and Your Heart all Year stays Peaceful and Healthy!
Blessings of Love and Harmony,SOULFUL_PurplePassionsSHEEoxxo WRITE ON! READ ON! 2010 STAY STRONG!

Reviewed by Regis Auffray
Reviewed on January 16, 2010
I think many will relate to this compelling and expressive write, Walt. Love and peace to you,

Regis


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