Hazy Days

Foggy haze

April's been a blur
The days fused into nothingness
And Time's suddenly insignificant.

Lived like a zombie
Made through the days in a haze
Numbness, my constant companion.

Until one day,

the lethargy ballooned out of proportion
Got tired of its weak abode
And finally left my body

In search of a better home.

Author's Note

Penning down after a long time...

Reviews

[Anjali]

Extreme haze or depression and blues, whatever they say we all humans do face this at some point in our lives. So, your writing is relatable.

[Laconic Meraki]

My perception to this writing is someone in active addiction or depression.
Feeling like a zombie- close to no emotion.

I can relate.

[Zephyr]

It will be the latter. Glad you understood the meaning.

[Laconic Meraki]

I reach out to people in that "cycle".
Every life matters.
If you were given a book of your life , would you read until the end?

[Zephyr]

I will like to not read and find out on my own. But my curiosity will probably get the better of me, and if not reading the whole book, I will probably end up taking a sneak peek.

[Laconic Meraki]

I agree lol. ❤
Look at that question again..
Think of it as ...
We are given a book.
We create the pages.
Will you finish the book til the end ?
Don't jump out of the book on the best chapter.
Don't take your own life.

[Zephyr]

My god, I got your qn completely wrong🤦. Sorry.
And hey, thanks for your concern. I am fine. The verses are an exaggerated version of the blues I get. But again, thanks for stopping by:)

[Laconic Meraki]

You are welcome.
And don't apologize.
The line/question can be interpreted in different ways.💋

[Zephyr]

Yes, exactly:)

[barleygirl]

Everyone has periods of extreme haze & you've described how this goes in a way that's familiar, yet also fresh & snappy. I love the unexpected way the haze clears, not what one might expect, but it makes sense. This poem inspires us to write in a way that twists the readers' expectations. I'm living in a thick smoky haze right now becuz there are wildfires burning all around me in the California wilderness! (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

[Zephyr]

I hope you remain safe, Margie. And thanks for your time. Glad to hear you liked it:)
I penned it down, thanks to Corona blues. I hope too we all survive this pandemic.

[barleygirl]

India has been having as bad a time with the pandemic as we in the USA, so I've been praying for you all!

[Zephyr]

Glad to hear the kind words:) Lets hope for the best.

[Abhishek Asthana]

This should be your come-back poem. Glad to see you after long time and a warm welcome to you.
Last three lines created a magic but good to see that a talented kids puts altogether so dense and deep writing pieces which leaves a certain impression. A catchy short write.

[Zephyr]

Haha, thank you. Glad to read that.

[duff]

All the days run into one another, After awhile everything feels the same. I think you set the mood beautifully.

[Zephyr]

Thank you so much. Glad to read you words:)

[Zeref]

Pleasure is mine

[wordman]

you was in the moment with the universe

[Zephyr]

Thank you! Being in sync with the universe, thats such a deep feeling. Your crisp words mean a lot.

[wordman]

you`re welcome

[Zeref]

It explains clearly what happens in summer to us. It also conveys that being carefree is good and laziness can too sometimes be enjoyed. Its inspiring short and beautiful read. Amazingly written and even though its short. It completes what it started. Great and appriciable

[Zephyr]

Thank you. Yah, being carefree is good:) Glad to hear you liked it.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

almost like an out of body experience. This whole covid experience...
it is like being in a state of inertia...and never getting out of it...
maybe after awhile, even if we could, we may not want to...
it may become a part of us.
j.

[Zephyr]

Exactly. The new normal is gonna be challenging. Thanks for the read:)

[Ted Kniffen]

This whole thing since mid-March has been a surreal experience ... Time literally has slowed and merged into a blur of days that can only be identified by the weather it seems.
I'm sure that after a while, the sense of sameness who produce depression in anyone. Imagine if they are not able to express themselves through writing. Pity.

This is a great piece of writing Neetha.
Take care ... stay safe

[Zephyr]

I agree, its both a shock and a learning experience. And yes, writing helps a lot. Glad to hear from you.

[Coyote Poetry]

April is a slow month. Rainy days and too much time to think. I do understand these words dear Neetha. Thank you for sharing the amazing poetry and your thoughts.
Coyote

[Zephyr]

You are always such a delight to hear from. Thanks for the kind words. And yes, time seems slow now.

[Coyote Poetry]

Hello dear Neetha and you are welcome.