Destroyer

The monster got ahold of me.

It tore into my flesh.

Tooth and bone.

Bone and nail.

Ravaged to the core.

For the monster,

it’s got ahold of me.

And it won’t let me go...

Lusus naturae.

Oh what have I become.

Reviews

[I Am Svetlana]

Reading this, it gave me the definition of Depression. It's a monster that comes at any time, grabbing hold of you, destroying every part of you. It's not an easy battle for many, but we all have our ways to cope and make it through. Your words are powerful and telling.

[Diana]

Thank you, Svetlana. I appreciate the feedback.

[Phill Oz O'fee]

I do not believe you have become a 'freak of nature'; just a victim of a cruel twist of fate! Your short poignant piece projects a seed of hope, as by just sharing your emotional envelopment, you have identified an issue, that with support, you will overcome - sending you a smile as my contribution - :-)

[Diana]

I appreciate the support and the read. Thank you!

[Relic]

This does seem like one of those poems for many interpretations. I like the shortness of it and the abrupt and macabre ending.

[Diana]

Thank you. Macabre, an aptly-penned description.

[Chris]

There seem to be so many "monsters" out here - which of the many has visited upon you?

[Diana]

The monster of illness... Though what I like about this poem is that it could really, truly be about any of them depending on the reader's perspective.

[Chris]

You have my understanding... and agreement. Few survive a MAJOR illness without understanding others' that have or ARE facing such a future/present occurrence. AND even what medical pros might define as minor still has ramifications that beggar belief.

[Coyote Poetry]

A wild ride in your words. I liked how you used the description. Made the reader believe. A strong ending. I wanted to know and read more. Thank you Diana for sharing the amazing poetry.
Coyote

[Diana]

"I wanted to know and read more."- One of the better comments a writer can receive... Thank you.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome Diana. You know, I love your work.

[Diana]

Thank you again!