The Lament

By Tagen

Across the dust my steps do fade 
Silence has chipped all life away 
The night is long; my breath is drawn 
For silence is a lonely song. 

Beneath the stars my love does lay 
Where I shall fall and weep and pray 
Caught in the rain; lost in dismay 
I drop more tears upon thy grave. 

Sober skies and stained glass eyes 
All precious ways for thee to die 
False angels weep; my love for thee 
Remains a secret not to keep. 

Now courage waits the hour when 
I break my hands and bury them 
My sorrows borne; thy beauty torn 
The night is long... I love no more.

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Copyright 2016 Tagen
Published on Wednesday, March 30, 2016.     Filed under: "Poetry"
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  • The-Ardent On Thursday, November 3, 2022, The-Ardent (25)By person wrote:

    Well done, a very skillful rhyme scheme.

  • carlosjackal On Wednesday, September 7, 2016, carlosjackal (3010)By person wrote:

    Very well wrought piece..Beautifully crafted work.

  • Magdalena On Thursday, April 28, 2016, Magdalena (616)By person wrote:

    A beautifully written tragic piece. Wonderful work.

  • Star On Wednesday, March 30, 2016, Star (920)By person wrote:

    Yes, this is haunting. I think Edgar would be proud. I would be if I were him.

  • soul_versing On Wednesday, March 30, 2016, soul_versing (882)By person wrote:

    The haunting tone left my heart yearning. Great piece with strong imagery. -Perfection Scholar

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