The Power of an Empty Reflection

The almost tragic circumstances of a widow's new love from the dead husband.

The mirror consumed the empty reflection

delicate in it's way

the gas kept flowing through the Open staircase

there was nothing I could say

She had said she would not listen

to anything I would say

Invisible barriers were built

to let her have her way

I felt in the darkness for her hand

and fell through

The despair and panic

nothing I could do 

I sought out her boss in the darkness

"You have been robbed, she will die"

He found the keys in his hands

with no reasoning why

"Drive there for vengeance

on those who are vile

Drive there for her

my heart, soul and smile

As bad as I wish

She'd be with me as one

She deserves a life of joy

a life full of fun"

He was nodding

unaware of my presence

and headed towards work

with a mounting vengeance

He ripped up the brake

and  slammed through the door

gas pouring out 

her on the floor

Picking her up 

He carried her out on the road

His whole body shuddered

as he saw it explode

Everything was lost

had burst into flame

his business, his life,

his mindblowing shame

For he had fallen for her

the widow in black

he held her close

so I couldn't take her back

Reviews

[A. Amos]

I absolutely love those verses,  very relateable! amazingly written and well expressed. 

[-Scribe in Style-]

A nice read. Enjoyed the darkness and expressive emotion.

[ZeniaK]

This was so sad, but I'm so glad I got to read it! Awesome poem. It told a great story instead of expressing one specific feeling, which I thought was really cool. Tragic and beautifully written, excellent job with this one.

[Sami Khalil]

"Everything was lost

had burst into flame

his business, his life,

his mindblowing shame




For he had fallen for her

the widow in black

he held her close

so I couldn't take her back"

A very interesting and dark story. I like your style alot...Bravo........

[Scott Metro]

Dark...without hope...
Very interesting story conception..
Flowed well...

Enjoyed it.
Scott

[Tumara Hall]

Thank you so much for taking the time to read this!! I'm so glad you enjoyed the story!

[Scott Metro]

:)
S.......

[anonymous]

Loved how beautifully this all flowed together, like water finding its way down the stream and into the oceans. It was an amazing piece and I will continue to read and indulge in your amazing works.
Much love,
s.m

[Tumara Hall]

Thank you so much, I am glad it brought you enjoyment :) Thank you for stopping by!

[Rose Diamond]

That was amazing! I loved the rhyming, and the plot-line was interesting and original! I loved it! :)

[Tumara Hall]

Thank you very much for taking time to read my poem!!! But you need to get back and write yours so the world may enjoy :)

[Cryingkate]

Wow Tamura,

What a tale of twisted revenge with conscience
Neat Little story- poem
Very Neat !