Falling Short of Dreams Unanswered

Falling Short of Dreams Unanswered

By:  Ethan West

I run along the tattered hall

My mind releasing thought on thought

But in the beauty of it all

Has my effort been for naught?

The bull was taken by the horns

And in so doing I have sped

Through bitter mountains bearing thorns

Along the path that few have tread

It beat me to the ground

And left me all alone

Just as I'd found

The fallen throne

Within steps of my dreams it's all for naught

I'm broken, beaten and subdued

The throne has left my every thought

The path has changed my mood

For now I will remain content

Within this barren state of then

Until my comfort asunder rent

And begin I will again...

Author's Note

I recently attempted to open a business and was beaten back by corporate. This is not my best work but describes well the feeling of that day when I was denied. Hope you enjoy!
Please do not duplicate or modify. Thanks!

Reviews

[Aarontastic]

I think it's a pretty good poem. Although your write was inspired by a personal experience, it doubles as an allegory for anyone who's ever had difficulty in striving for something so hard, only to see their efforts fall through in the end...I'm sure it's something that most people can relate to.

[ewest1220]

I agree. And I'm also thrilled you enjoyed this thank you so much for reading my work!

[Poison Ivy]

so incredibly powerful!

[ewest1220]

Thanks! It's nice to hear from you again poison ivy!

[Archia]

I found this so enjoyable to read. There was such nice rhyme to it that it just flowed so easily. There's always chances to try again, and you never know what will happen. Great poem.

[ewest1220]

Very true very true. I'm really glad you liked my work though thank you so much for reading!

[Coyote Poetry]

Never give up. No worthwhile goal or dream is easy. Many road blocks for us. Big companies control the world. I believe in time world will change. Big business had led us to a bad place and a change is needed. I like the ending.
"For now I will remain content
Within this barren state of then"
Thank you for the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[ewest1220]

Once again a very insightful and detailed review thank you so much for reading my friend. I'm really thrilled you enjoyed my work!

[Pax]

Falling Short of Dreams Unanswered... is not always be forever...it will pass...in time... You'll begin again... a renewed dream...your back..welcome back... :)

[ewest1220]

Thanks! I'm glad to be back and I'm thrilled you enjoyed my new poem :) nice to hear from you again!

[Pax]

not sure if you remember me...i enjoyed your poems... it's nice to hear from you too...

[Baby Ricochet]

NATHAN!!!! HOW YOU DOING BRO? Great poem, just like the old days. You're still an awesome writer. Corporate is a beast

[ewest1220]

I've been great man! Ya the business was a bust but hey what can you do. How've you been?

[ewest1220]

Oh and it's Ethan btw lol

[Baby Ricochet]

Oh sorry. Nathan's the guy across my street. Ethan's the brilliant writer

[ewest1220]

Now there's a case of the pot calling the kettle black my friend. It's been awhile but I still love reading your work!

[Baby Ricochet]

Thanks bro

[ewest1220]

Don't mention it. Nice to hear from you my friend!