A POETIC BLOCK AND THE NUMBERING OF EX HUSBANDS

chaos seeks an impression

pave a means to extend

leads a bitter end

suits my pen

 labelled new

the page in my view

determination and methods

strive the process

the road to less travels

“ no trespass”

                                   

 the menace is clear

seeks a verb to interfere

nothing at all

 everything you hear

resembles emotional blackmail

the truth crickets will tell

rises a tower

the page cast a shadow

torment fuels familiar

drives through reminisce

  imaginations ambition

 delusions and disturbing screams

 

that familiar twang

 love the torch 

 imaginations ambition

 delusions and disturbing screams

your no good

sings number four exe

an invitation to dance

the place I keep my axe

the first of the exes 

retrospective seeks a proposal

lightning strikes once , maybe twice

the rocking riffs of number three

asked to leave

 he didn't like AC/DC

the shock an awe

ex number two

the leading man 

a chorus in the blues

harmonising regrets

“ if we only knew”

a theft of means

the old rendezvous

the time machine

on my front step

there’s nothing here

 resembling I care

love's disdain

included a lock and chain

the place in between

 half asleep and a dream

the ode to exes 

numbers for names 

written senseless or insane

wakes the new day

all exes caught and caged

time for the next page 

Terry D’Arcy-Ryan

           

     

Author's Note

Inspired by true events. Writers block annoyed me for two days in which I was also haunted by several ex husbands, who are all very much alive. If you are still reading, thank you and god bless.

Reviews

[Harley Quinn]

You have a unique way of writing. Caught my attention.

[Weeping willow]

Filled with real emotions coming through your words, so many vibrations flow into the poem;-]

[flyingfree]

One of the most real poems I remember reading of yours.... Your thoughts are almost audible. Wish I could express like this ;-;

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSheerTerror]

Thank you so much flying free

[Nipplegrinder]

Quite easily, the most introspective piece, I remember from you.
This, I'll come back to.

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSheerTerror]

Lets just say that having a minor case of writers block can turn one around, having to change directions to keep from drawing a blank. I have had no luck with marriages I am not compatible, and thats alright. I like that you use the word introspective as if I was examining my own motives for wanting a husband.
There is a reason I began numbering them, after 3 I refuse to use their names because using their names gives them power. Numbers control the chaos. Thank you for the Great Review.

Sheer Terror

[Pete]

damn. roll the dice and hope it comes up 7 or eleven (a natural). no snake eyes or box cars. this is downright impressive in my book. guess you got unblocked but hoping it doesn't lead to another alter call. you are simply too much. over-the-top write ... :)

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSheerTerror]

Pete, wow what a review. I find when I write about the past there is this constant struggle to do as I have been conditioned, yet I cannot allow another to dominate or keep me from flying away. I have not found the man who could simply co-exist in a balance of power.

"All good things are wild, and free"
Thoreau

I've been reading your guy. Thank you for the over-the-top review. Rock on!!

Sheer Terror

[Coyote Poetry]

My father was marry six times and my mother three times. Hard to remember their names. I enjoyed the ride in the words. You made me remember dear old dad. Thank you my friend for sharing the words and photos. I been marry one time and I don't know. If I had the energy to do it twice.
Coyote

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSheerTerror]

Coyote, thank you for a resounding review. I had an Uncle that was married 11 times. It is funny he would deny it, and every bride after number 5 thought she was number 6. I am one of those people with the ancient pictures. I still count 11. Thank you

Sheer Terror

[Coyote Poetry]

11 wives. A crazy or rich man. A entertaining story and you are welcome.

[sette]

actually it made me laugh that instead of remembering their names they are remembered by their numbers. at least at this state, there are many experiences, memories and lessons learned.

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSheerTerror]

In the beginning I numbered them so not to give them any power but it is more efficient for sure.I do appreciate the positive review. Thank You

Sheer Terror

[wordman]

damn, i haven't proposed to you have i ? hell just date when you get tired run there asses off and find another one..we are all full of crap and overbearing at times

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSheerTerror]

Wordman, I thank you for the advise. I absolutely have it under control. When my guy gets out of line well he doesnt because the consequences are to big. Thank for the review as well you Rock.

Sheer Terror

[Hyacinth]

‘the page content no longer paralyzed
last seen flying for the sunrise’ Those words hit me, for some reason. Maybe it’s because I’m reading too much into it, maybe it’s because they were intended to, but I think it’s maybe because what you wrote here was greatly personal.

It shows, and it’s heartbreakingly beautiful. Will never stop reading your work, honestly.

Thank you for posting this.

[TerryDarcy-Ryan akaSheerTerror]

Its always personal, that is what poets write the deep down awful truth that wakes us in the night. Thank you for the beautiful review. It is greatly appreciated.

Sheer Terror