Trapped

Trapped in this chasm, my mind

Constantly looking…

Searching for something only I can provide

Realizing, but still denying the power

Peering into the eyes of friends and strangers

Seeking approval…

Begging for their projection of happiness

Only to be disappointed

Let down by their inability to meet my desires

My need for acceptance,

My need for love,

My need for joy that once staked claim to my soul

But has since blow away

Sailing to parts unknown

As I lay quiet staring at the stark white ceiling

Tears, salty and warm sting my bloodshot eyes

Crying as I’ve done so many nights before

Tomorrows another day

Maybe I’ll find what I am looking for on the other side of the door

Waiting to embrace me

Envelope me

Wash me in the happiness that I so desperately pray for

~

~~ Dominic R. DiFrancesco ~~

 

Comments

4 responses to “Trapped”

  1. The Preacher Avatar

    happens a lot,maybe with everybody.it’s just that they don’t say it or are afraid to say it.courageous eh

    1. Dom DiFrancesco Avatar

      Thank you very much, I was inspired to write this piece by a friend who is in a constant struggle to find happiness. I see that it can be such a difficult task at times.

  2. Lucid Gypsy Avatar

    Ahh it can’t be found outside of self.

    1. Dom DiFrancesco Avatar

      So true, one must find it within first. :)

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