My first poem in 6 years. I am over my teen angst years and couldn't bring myself to write until I could convey that on the page. Not sure if I succeed but it feels good to be creating again. LaRae
The traps of our mind are the most dangerous landscapes to travel. Need a better name -too tired to think if you have an idea youre welcome to share it and your opinion too, honesty is thoroughly appreciated. Thanks.
As I've said in my profile I suffer from a mental illness known as Bi-Polar I. I tend to go nights without sleep unless I take my sleep meds which I hate taking because they cause me to feel so groggy. I'm in a constant battle trying to medicate my mental disease appropriately dispite myself. I happen to like the manic episodes. So here is an example of my inner battle thoughts.
This poem has the same layout as Ivory Fields does, and I know a lot of people like that poem, so I used the same sort of pattern and rhythm for this one. This poem is for you, James! Though you aren't insane...
