R Townsend : Writing

Facade

Facade

A Poem by R Townsend


There was a boy who couldn't cryWhen asked if ok, he would lieWhen help he soughtThere was none he gotBecause he didn’t rhyme
Systematic Symptoms

Systematic Symptoms

A Poem by R Townsend


I was motivated to write this after hearing about several stories about teen suicide. Suicide is a permanent solution to a temporary problem. Things g..
Seclusion

Seclusion

A Poem by R Townsend


Bright LightsAnd Rooms of whiteWalls of foam surround meTrapped by a grim darkness withinAlone
Sleepless Nights

Sleepless Nights

A Poem by R Townsend


As I put my head down to sleepI find myself thinking not of sheepBut rather of those who have shed many tearsAnd many that hope their end is nearFor t..
Self Destruction

Self Destruction

A Poem by R Townsend


Running from the darknessAs fast as my feet can carryTripping over sticks and stonesAbrasions upon my skin so freshMy canvas does it paint blood redTo..
Burning Memories

Burning Memories

A Poem by R Townsend


I sit there staring at the flameMesmerized by the painOf things that were all I knewHappy moments there were fewTo advance lest I forgetAll the things..
Endless

Endless

A Poem by R Townsend


Yesterday's shadow follows meHappiness has yet to beFor my life I do fightMy shadow blacks out the lightPresents fatigue is killing meLetting go is th..