After submergence...

After submergence...

A Poem by Frieda P

...and there you submerged yourself
       a warm bubble'd spot in my heart
against all storm warnings and precautions,
you fancied a challenge or crazy I suppose
this chambered heart is made of titanium
shot down, where once emotion pump'd
running rivers rage of icy futile frigid waters

I'll be the first to admit, still waters run deep
and this placid exterior hides a passionate undertow
although once the levy was broken,
            it took all warmblooded survivors

yet, still you linger without a preserver in sight...

perhaps, there's more to this element,

       the nature of drowning's decent

                     gingerly takes another breath

© 2013 Frieda P


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Frieda P

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Survivors astray in the ocean, you having pulled close to rescue the loner now learned the tragedy of your mistake: that despite the calm demeanor, a person is still capable of ripping apart a titanium boat to shreds. What entices me is that you wished to be split open, as you knew your vessel contained precious cargo... Yet the initial damage inflicted by tearing apart the vessel rendered it incapable of floatation, which resulted in the treasure sinking and you realizing the person was not human, but a creature that thrived off the mercy of venturers such as you. But, the creature made the decision to linger among the debris.. and you, as the victim in need of help, only look upon the one responsible with indifference, hence the deep breath. Perhaps you expected it because you ventured so cluelessly into dangerous waters.. or perhaps you expected retribution for past sins. How compelling.. How enticing.. How poignant.. I quite enjoyed this, and the complex tale told in between the lines of the poem.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

I quite enjoyed reading your review Tai...always a pleasure to have you on my page.



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Can you get anymore better? I loved this and I read it twice because i loved it so much. Thanks for sharing it.

Posted 10 Years Ago


It's very intriguing when they stick around. You want to investigate further, but a part of you would almost rather remain in the dark, so as not to get disappointed.

Posted 10 Years Ago


Impressive imagery. I can relate very well to this poem. :)

Posted 10 Years Ago


Very beautiful and sad, but thoughtful and perceptive too. You explore the twisting, tortured paths of human emotion and tragedy so expertly with empathetic, expert, lyrical verse. It is stunning.

Posted 10 Years Ago


Survivors astray in the ocean, you having pulled close to rescue the loner now learned the tragedy of your mistake: that despite the calm demeanor, a person is still capable of ripping apart a titanium boat to shreds. What entices me is that you wished to be split open, as you knew your vessel contained precious cargo... Yet the initial damage inflicted by tearing apart the vessel rendered it incapable of floatation, which resulted in the treasure sinking and you realizing the person was not human, but a creature that thrived off the mercy of venturers such as you. But, the creature made the decision to linger among the debris.. and you, as the victim in need of help, only look upon the one responsible with indifference, hence the deep breath. Perhaps you expected it because you ventured so cluelessly into dangerous waters.. or perhaps you expected retribution for past sins. How compelling.. How enticing.. How poignant.. I quite enjoyed this, and the complex tale told in between the lines of the poem.

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

I quite enjoyed reading your review Tai...always a pleasure to have you on my page.
A sad yet powerfully angry and defiant piece told in your eloquent prose my Lady!

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Thanks John!
This is brilliant, a perfect poem really. I wish I wrote like this. Phenomenal work here my dear, I don't even have a review for it. Everyone has pretty much covered everything ;P

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

I'll take it Benji, thanks so much my sweet friend. :-)
kublakhan27

10 Years Ago

Always a pleasure love :)
Perhaps a cool exterior but break the surface if you dare and within the deep chasms, somewhere if you persevere, you'll find a warm, forgiving heart !

Deep and soulfully penned with no frills attached, splendid Frieda !

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Thanks Tom, glad you enjoyed!
Frieda, You never cease to amaze me with the beauty of your poetry. You have touched my heart again with a stunning poem - so many lines worth remembering - this is going in my favorites.

:) Julie

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Oh thanks so much for both Julie, muchly appreciated. :-)
Floating, then drowning but still floating and surviving. Excellent poem. 100/100

Posted 10 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Frieda P

10 Years Ago

Thanks Strider, jazzed you enjoyed.

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If you want to know me, read my poetry, it's all in there. I am a mother of three sons (my finest moments) a sister, a survivor and a little bit crazy. I lost my beloved sister to suicide, so you'll.. more..

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