Friday, January 06, 2012

Glow

Existence is a fight
against the dreaded norm
to radiate (despite
the pressure to conform)
your own compelling light
that stabs the static storm
with piercing rays revealing more
of spectrums never seen before.

The prism of the mind
will color what we see
beware the shades that blind
with chilling frequency
or sadly you might find
how dull your life can be
a dismal realm in monotone
that may have changed if you had shone.

8 comments:

Ella said...

Well Done! I love the images and yes, it is a battle to glow~
I love how lyrical you made it and the message so clear!

Daydreamertoo said...

Yes, we need to be aware of our light and shine it as much as possible.
Very well said and so image filled too.

Unknown said...

An enjoyable read. The rhymes and cadence feel familiar, like a nursery rhyme or memorized poem, inviting the reader intimately in.

Laurie Kolp said...

Lovely rhythm and rhyme... strong message... I really enjoyed this one!

Ms. Capricious said...

'Piercing rays revealing more'.. wow.. the rhyming words left me spellbound .. how true, the color and the blindness ..admire how the thoughts, but more than that,how the words added a glow to them ! :)

rch said...

Thanks a lot for these awesome comments :-D

Eileen T O'Neill ..... said...

Bob,

There is a warmth and a message of belief in your words. 'Make a go of it.Do not be afraid to try.'....

Happpy New Year,
Eileen :)

dreamcatcher said...

Average Poet? This one is so...strong. It's unique, and raw. I think its kinda beautiful.