Black Ink

My attempt at honoring Edgar Allan Poe

Black Ink

Once upon a midnight dreary, I was feeling weak and weary

My spirit was trapped in the realm of twilight

But out of the dark you came, my dying soul you saved

You told me, “Follow me to escape the white light”

Very soon I had one of those hearts comprised of puppet parts

Without question, I’d do whatever you say

But when Death reared himself a throne, you left me to come apart

Do you remember me, the one that you betrayed?

I am the raven Nevermore, the one knocking on your door

Can you hear my heart beating underneath the floor?

 

I am the black ink tainting your fountain of dreams

I am the guilt locking you in restless sleep

Hello Montresor, remember me from oh so long ago?

I am the immortal ghost of Fortunato

 

It is good to see you again, my  dearly beloved friend

Tell me, how has your lonely life been?

I hope that it has been good, that you’ve seen many a wood

Because I am about to take you to dreamland

 

I am the black ink tainting your fountain of dreams

I am the guilt locking you in restless sleep

You will find no solace in this haunted palace

My memory won’t be lost within your past

 

Take this kiss upon the brow!  I will never let you out

Until Death comes in that poisonous wave

Only when the sun kisses you goodnight

Will I let you rest peacefully for the first time

Until then let’s play hide and seek in your mind

This is the price you pay for your crime

 I am the black ink tainting your fountain of dreams

I am the guilt locking you in restless sleep

Forever you’ll wage this battle, sending messages in bottles

Until your bones grow old, weak and brittle

Author's Note

I used snippets from Poe's work and references to them in this poem. I really hope this poem properly honors him, because he was a great writer. Tell me what you think! UPDATE 2015. I thought it would be best to re emphasize that there are lines in here from Poes work. I just read a gigantic argument on another poem because of supposed plagiarism, and i DO NOT want anything like that to start here!

Reviews

[Ashley]

I think you honored Poe quite well. I thoroughly enjoyed this.

[DoormanDan]

I'm glad that you think so! thanks for the review :)

[Miss Owl]

I like Poe's writings and think you did a great job. He had a sad life, died mysteriously face down in a mud puddle I read. Also there was someone every year placing a rose on his grave stone until they just suddenly stopped. I assuming these things I read about him were true. But none the less, he was a great writer but being a writer in his time didn't always mean success and the writers life was a hard one.

[Sarah Rae]

I really enjoyed this. I thought it flowed beautifully and made me think and want to be a better writer. Thanks for sharing!

[DoormanDan]

No problem! Thank you for reviewing!

[misha]

Great job! Quite intriguing

[DoormanDan]

Thanks for the review Misha! :)

[misha]

You are welcome :-)

[Cool Girl]

Haha Edgar Allen Poe. You know, he married a 13 yr old :P #creepy

Anyway, Dan, you're gonna make me cry:(
This is so pretty and so sad.....yet makes me laugh :P

Take 4 imaginary cupcakes!

[DoormanDan]

Yummy. Now im too energetic to sleep lol :)

[Cool Girl]

Lol..I put more on our group!

[Amber Lily]

I am a big fan of Poe so allow me to tell you that I believe this tribute is worthy of his work. It had that dark feeling I get whenever reading a poem of his. He was truly a unique writer of his time. :)

[DoormanDan]

That he was. I didnt even know who he was until 9th grade, but the instant i read the tell tale heart i was hooked

[Valentine]

This is a thought out write that causes the reader to reflect on poets past and also the intentions of your write. You did this very well. Valentine

[DoormanDan]

Thanks for the review Valentine! :)

[Lizardo]

This is really awesome, good, and scary
I really love this poem and the flow of the poem itself.
This is really good, Wonderful!
Great piece of work!

[DoormanDan]

I'm relieved to know that you like it Lizardo! Thank you for your support! :)

[Kyline Freed]

I love the wording of this! I don't know if it's my love for Edgar Allen Poe talking or just me liking this poem, but the wording is incredible and the rhythm fits the words to make the flow amazing, Great Job!!

[DoormanDan]

Who knows, it may be because of both! I really appreciate you taking the time to read this! :)