Futility Poem by John S

Futility

Rating: 4.9


A life without hope is a dismal existence
try as hard as you might, it's just futile persistence
Drab days far out number the bright days
dark clouds forever block out the sun rays
blue jays are chased away by death-loving vultures
I am unable to enjoy humanities customs and cultures
Sad, sorry solitude
frivolously feigning fortitude
daring to deviate
from pain that won't alleviate
That this will never end is my greatest fear
hoping for a pill that will make my pain disappear

Please all constructive criticism is welcome because I am a novice in poetry writing

Futility
Friday, September 21, 2012
Topic(s) of this poem: depression,melancholic,sadness,sorrow
COMMENTS OF THE POEM
Eleven Lin 03 November 2012

Maybe that pill just lies deep within our hearts. A good poem.

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Smoky Hoss 30 October 2013

I like the honesty, vulnerability and transperency that this poem implores with in a powerful way. The fact that these dark words are able to be presented gives credence to the idea that hope for a more meanigful and joyous existence is not unfounded. Good writing.

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Eindaray Kyaw 21 September 2012

A poem with confession and asking for help how to fight fear..great I wish you may find out! !

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Babatunde Aremu 22 September 2012

Good poem. The message is well delivered. Pls keep writing

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Adeline Foster 09 April 2014

Good thoughts, well expressed. That you can always benefit from well-meaning assessment is the mark of a good writer. The next step is to read good poetry. Read mine - Brush Strokes - Adeline

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Jazib Kamalvi 30 November 2020

Write comment. Such a nice start, John Sander. Read my poem, Love and Iust. Thanks

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Kelly Kurt 13 September 2015

A well written and poignant poem, John

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Roseann Shawiak 04 April 2015

A very intense poem, searching for a way to alleviate inner pain and fear, a stark reality penetrating mind and heart, looking for a quick fix known not to exist. A very compelling and honest portrayal and depiction of one of life's hardest feelings/thoughts to deal with, the futility of a hopeless existence. Great write, I give you a 10. Thank you for sharing, RoseAnn

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Alice Vedral Rivera 24 March 2015

I don't consider myself an expert on writing poetry so I don't usually comment in that regard, but I think you could tighten it up a bit.

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Chinedu Dike 07 December 2014

I like the articulation and insight of the poem. The only pill here is Faith - which is acting on what one believes in. NO FAITH NO MIRACLE. Thanks for sharing.please read my poem MANDELA - THE IMMORTAL ICON.

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