Building Character

If I could remember a day, that everything was going okay.

Then I could say, that life wasn’t a mystery to be solved in a day.

Usually sitting and meditating, and praying, makes things feel better while I wait.

So I just write to pry my way out of this mental frustrating cage,

For that last breath to take me away, spiritual guidance doesn’t do s**t to help me escape.

I’m sick of the smell of all this pointless burning sage.

Just more nonsense, passed down to help us with our thoughts, of burning down our house, this place.

There’s no taming ourselves from our inner rage,

If something must be said, then I’ll state my claims, if not, then I’ll empty my brains down the drains.

This will prevent further stains,

Except on my family’s name.

I’ll see it pouring, all the ounces of shame,

These are deep words I had to proclaim, let’s see if I can keep going with things the same.

I think I’ll be alright, right after I get to the bottom of this bane.

Perhaps I’d be best off just walking, covering up my tears in the rain,

I’ve only ever wanted true friends, nothing like money or fame.

Struggling to survive builds character, and stories of fighting, and lives for trade, it’s all so clear, until it starts to fade.

Reviews

[ETERNITY]

You don't have to prove anything. You ARE the StoryMaster. I know by your urges to walk, just wanting 'true' friends. The final beautiful poem you wrote for me ALSO talked of character building almost verbatim.
If you knew you were dying, which we all are, what would you love to do until death?
POETRY! STORIES! Just stay here with me and let's do this.
I promise none of the past troubles.
You are amazing!

[ETERNITY]

Only those who have experienced brain damage can appreciate the wonder of the miracle.
You are a great poet.

[emmajoygreen]

To create words and lay them for the world to see - as you have, shows enormous courage, especially as you have also proved what a fine poet you are.

Kudos and more, ThreeWrites.