Laura

Choices

In the depths of her mind, a dichotomy reigns

A never-ending tug-of-war between one and the same

Of shadows that creep in, like a thief in the night

Stealing her peace, leaving an anxious plight

The weight of choices, a burden of the past

An unknown future, like a weather forecast

She’s a creature of contradictions, forever torn in-between

In her dance of duality, she searches for what it means

A rush of thoughts that crowd her mind

With echoes of voices that are left behind

She seeks to escape the obstacles of life

But the cycle continues with a relentless might

Mistakes she has made, perfect she is not

In her quest for freedom, she has given up a lot

She hates this feeling, like a knife to the heart

Drowning ever deeper, tearing her apart

For a moment’s pause, she stood very still

And let the silent tears wash over her will

She felt the pain and the weight of her fear

Knowing that running won’t bring her near

To solace or peace or a calm heart’s reprieve

For in the end, she’d have to come up to breathe

She took a step back, and turned around

And faced the choice that has brought her down

With paths unwinding, life’s journey is long

Once her final decision is made, it won’t be wrong

©️ Laura Bennett

Sometimes in life we are faced with difficult choices. But in the end, we need to remind ourselves that we are deserving of peace and happiness.

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  5. Hang in there and keep swinging, Laura. Don’t place your energy with the things that do not matter.
    I know you’re aware of this, but just a reminder. 😊
    Be kind to yourself and don’t chase aimlessly. Let the answers flow to you like water in the river.

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    • Thank you, Mary. Your publisher is right 😊 sometimes we can’t see things at the time and later they are revealed to us, but we can only do the best with what knowledge we have.

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  9. I deeply enjoyed the amazing rhythm and pace of this poem, but above all, the main theme – struggling between inner contrasts ❤
    You know that the topic is very close to my heart and soul, so seeing this here, in your gorgeous poem, feels me with the sense of acknowledgement, enthusiasm and belonging 🙂
    Simply outstanding ❤

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    • Thank you so much 😊 and yes, we all do struggle sometimes, and it’s just so much better when we have clarity, but I absolutely understand being pulled in both directions sometimes and having it feel like a part of you ❤️ thank you again for your beautiful comments 🙏

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  10. The state of influx … feeling this as of late! Your ability to poetically state this bewildering complex is way above my pay grade (lol) !!!! Well done, Laura ❤ … and I wish for you calm waters, so a girl can breathe !!!

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  17. Your poem is a heartfelt exploration of the human condition, resonating deeply with the struggle to find peace amidst chaos. It brings to mind Psalm 34:18, “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
    Thank you for sharing such a moving piece.
    Blessings To You today and always.

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    • Awww thank you!! 😊 That is so greatly appreciated 🙏 I’ve been torn between wanting to tell my job (career, really) adios and staying within the field.
      Wish I could just quit and get paid to write! 😆
      Thank you, your words mean a lot to me.

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      • I stopped desiring getting paid to write and that part of life has never been better. However, work still sucks. But that’s life. It won’t last-your words will.

        ”I am just a poor boy, work’s my middle name, if money was a reason, I would not be the same . . . “ Guy Clark, Dublin Blues

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      • Haha, I feel this. Just write, right? Work will always suck no matter what it is, I’ve accepted that. I love what you said there – your words will last. Your legacy. So awesome 👏👏 haha, nice quote there 😊

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