I stand in shadows seeking you, for mine is secret shame.
I stowed away your treasured trust, then sullied precious name.
The dream became a nightmare that no tonic e'er could cure -
no sleeping potion, prayer or plea could soften his allure.
He took me, and I've lost you, for your light is blinding bright,
and though I seek to find you, I must always dwell in night!
I dare not share this poison - he's imprisoned me to lust,
and if I try to leave him, even hope might turn to dust.
I stand in shadows seeking you, for mine is secret shame.
If only I had learned in time that lust is not the same -
too late I understand that you were always my best friend,
but still I look to find you, for I cannot let this end!
Though dignity has suffered, and I know I'll burn in hell,
I'll bear the burden gladly just to know that you are well...
Forgiveness is a lot to ask, but still I can't resist -
one word from you and I will know that Heaven does exist.
Writing Prompt
Write a love poem without using the words love, kiss, romance, soul,heart,boyfriend, girlfriend, husband wife or sexual terms.
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Author Notes
How realistic is romance when it is always perfection? How often do we walk a dark path on our way to that one pure love... (or would we ever admit our mistakes...)
How seldom it is that we find true love!
The following song is from Phantom Of The Opera - special thanks to YouTube for this video.
