Deep Down

I have to thank Lynaelee in this poem. I never have before, and it's about DAMN time she gets recognized for being amazing. Thank you, Lyn. You've helped me beyond words. And so this is for you.

Eyes are the portal to the soul

But what if one doesn't reside?

Love is spread to the heart

But what happens when it hides?

When the mind no longer runs

When the heart no longer loves

When the soul no longer sustains

When the body's no longer mobile

And the imagination's in the rain

And the world becomes hostile

Look into my eyes

And join me with my demons

My hiding self residing in a cage arranged of blades to the same one who made them

Pry me loose

Let me be free

Let me love

Let me flee

Let me relax

Let me be calm

Let me become me

And shatter my bonds

And create myself again

And forge a new self

Come to me

Because I need you more than ever

Look me in the eyes

Feel my pain

And answer my questions

Free me from the demons and cages

Layers of misery

The seven circles of hell in the back of my brain

I need you

But can't see you

Have no idea where you could be

And am abandoned until you arrive

Yet a spark lays in front of me.

I'm beginning to see...

Someone's helping me

Allowing my senses to believe

In something I cannot be

In someone who will never arrive 

Giving me a drive

Allowing me to dive headlong into this life

Lynaelee...

Am I breaking free..?

Reviews

[Vasilees Sybissyl]

Wow. This is just so amazing! Lynaelee, thank you, because you caused this wonderful piece to drop from Prototato's pen. It's just so wonderful. But the end forever. The beauty and subtlety and gentleness of the question, what more d'you want me to say?

Love,
Vasilees.

[Lynaelee]

All credit goes to Prototato. The only thing I may have done was coax his creativity to flow. Sometimes, a friend at the right time makes all the difference. I listened, he poured out his heart. He's remarkable. That being said, thank you for your kind words.

'Tato, I'm so proud of you. Keep up the good work. Keep your head up even though the journey gets rough. You're amazing and stronger than you ever thought you were. The only limitations are barriers your mind creates.

[Vasilees Sybissyl]

You are so humble too! But yes, whatever you said was so true. You're a great friend and a great person.

[Prototato]

Thank you both for the kind words...

Honestly, it's not just Lyn I have to thank (despite her being 98% of my driving force). Everyone on here has helped me at least a little bit, and I want to give back as much as possible.

[Zoya]

This is so lovely! Always a pleasure to see people getting inspired from each other, from their words, from their actions. Its all just so...ethereal. Hope you both remain friends forever. Keep inspiring...and also, a very well written poem! Keep writing, too.

[Prototato]

I think the friends forever part's been pretty much arranged. :)

[Zoya]

Haha, perfect

[Lynaelee]

♡♡I'm touched! And speechless - or at least totally stumbling over the words in my head. No one is too far gone thst the hand of friendship is forever to be rebuked. 'Tato, breaking free is an understatement... you're living! Time and distance mean little. The cage you find yourself in is not permanent; I have watched you destroy multiple bars and give yourself wiggle room. You are growing as a person: writer, and brother. You can do great things. You WILL do great things. I'll be here every step of the way to cheer you on and help you find your footing again. Let's face it, you're stuck with me, kid.♡♡