Actually

Frayed edges
pulled apart
silent beating
of love’s heart

Read what it beats
into the night
wrap your soul
in my words

Because
I spend most nights
tossing and turning
under a mountain of thoughts
wondering if you actually
understand me

Wondering
if you actually
love me

I almost
lost it today
rage building
thoughts screaming
bite my tongue
and clench
my teeth
self-control
holding back
acidic words
meant to burn
your heart
as I set fire
to your chest

My words have
weighed me down
like sunken ships
in the pacific
but never again
will I let them sit
in the pit of my belly

By Samantha Pruitt

Reviews

[Michael Stevens]

Ah, I think everyone who's in love feels the exact same thing; love and anger; excellent!

[wordman]

love is a beautiful thing but when it becomes complicated it turns to hate and regret
then you fire out those hurtful words then it turns to a love hate relationship the love turns to a hurt
relationship and from there regret you did a great job on the poem

[Coyote Poetry]

Strong and powerful thoughts and emotion in the poem. All of us need to confirm the love is true. I believe love need constant attention and reaffirming. I like the way you led the reader in the struggle and search for the truth. No weakness in the outstanding poetry.
Coyote

[Lyn Anderson]

The angst and love struggles portrayed beautifully in your unique style.