Poetry Day: Mind Crumble

Posted on October 10, 2024 by Charles Yallowitz

Let’s be honest. You know who this is and where he’s from.

(Spiraling into darkness and insanity.  Yeah . . . I don’t know how many of these poems I have, but it’s certainly a common theme.  That being said, it would be terrifying to be trapped in your own mind and unable to do anything about it.)

Voices from the dark

Infecting world of light

Loosing track of sight

As reality twists away

Reaching out to all the parts

Which turn to dust in hand

Shard by shard they vanish

Summoned away by wordless hush

Until you stand alone

In a world you know is wrong

Trapped where no one sees

While your body stumbles on

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About Charles Yallowitz

Charles E. Yallowitz was born, raised, and educated in New York. Then he spent a few years in Florida, realized his fear of alligators, and moved back to the Empire State. When he isn't working hard on his epic fantasy stories, Charles can be found cooking or going on whatever adventure his son has planned for the day. 'Legends of Windemere' is his first series, but it certainly won't be his last.
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4 Responses to Poetry Day: Mind Crumble

  1. L. Marie's avatar L. Marie says:
    October 10, 2024 at 10:08 am

    Wow, I can’t help thinking of a Stephen King novel, The Shining, which shows a character’s descent into madness thanks to the spiritual darkness at that hotel.

    Your poem would make a poignant character drama. Bong Joon-ho could direct it. 😊

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  2. John W. Howell's avatar John W. Howell says:
    October 10, 2024 at 3:08 pm

    Trapped is a chilling thought, Charles. Terrific poem.

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