Poems

darkness

darkness is consuming me.

i watch as the clock ticks past

two. three. four. five.

the temptation is strong

it always is

but i promised her

i wouldn't give in.

i reach for the blade

bring it close to my skin

my mind is clouded with

the darkness within.

then i remember

her promise to me

that if i gave in again

she would too.

i put down the blade

and walk away

knowing she will proud of me

for another day.