The poem “Violet Sorrow” reflects a struggle with despair hidden beneath a facade of happiness while enjoying a beach. The author recalls a dark time filled with emotions, yet expresses gratitude for their current peace and the well-being of their family. The piece serves as a release from past struggles.
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Shipwreck Heart
Shipwreck Heart Blacksea churnsas waves crashon rocky beachstorm rages offshoredistant lightning flashesneon bolts splitting the skythe turmoil is moving closerbut there is no shelter from this stormI crouch in the sand, pelted by fine grainsas the west wind whips into a frenzythunder rumbles as the storm ragesa tempest in my shipwreck heartreeling that you wereContinue reading “Shipwreck Heart”
Cast Away
Cast Away The rising sun and clouds play hide and seek On a sailcloth of multi-colored skies. As I trace the patterns of the dawn, Inspiration is unfolding before my eyes. Rambunctious dolphins frolic in the tide, As breakers roll and kiss the ragged shore. The cry of seagulls shatters my reverie, Leaving my woundedContinue reading “Cast Away”
Colleen Keller Breuning 