What an amazing and powerful piece of poetry, Misbah.

… essence drained
I swim in circles in my water world
A barrier between us — 
quite clear and strong
Your flames lick the edges in anger, curled
Yet, in my water, you cannot belong
So we exist in parallel, apart
Your energy — a challenge to my heart
Your flames, they mock the tears I cannot cry
A searing laughter at my silent plea
In every spark, a taunt, a cruel goodbye
A dance of destructio…
Embers in the Stream
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Misbah Sheikhh
John Hansen PAL
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Feb 13, 2024
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What an amazing and powerful piece of poetry, Misbah. It shows the impossibility of trying to tame an opposing force, but choosing to except the things that keep them apart and learn to coexist. Very impressive.
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Written by John Hansen PAL
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Freelancer, short fiction writer, and award-winning poet who loves experimenting with different styles and genres. Writing is in my soul and it won't leave!
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