"Learning with Shame"

[pinkster]

I lost it all before, in my days of
darkness, despair, tears.
I was young, but I bore the weight
of a woman.
So harshly was I looked upon,
for simple mistakes.
I made so many, I was ashamed.
Not the hot tears falling, searching
for excuses, but the kind
where my parents looked at me
with sheer disappointment.
I never thought I'd find myself,
my place, my life. And yet I did.
Although I cannot travel back in time,
I can better my present self, and
perhaps, my mistakes will be
forgotten.

03.23.04

 

[Malfoyish]

Aw Pink, that's so well written and true for many, I'm sure! Thanks for sharing!

Malfoyish

 

[Roadrunner]

Nicely composed Pinkster....and deep...like coming to a point of life or crossroad and then overcoming certain elements or obstacles that hinders personal satisfaction....good job Pinkster...

 

[Cheri]

*eyes watering*

It made me think of My ChildHood. I had a Rough Childhood growing up. Not My Dad he been the Greatest Dad that anyone could ask For.

Awesome Poem Hon! Keep Up the Good/Heartfelt Poems.....

 

[pinkster]

Thanks, and I'm glad you like it. Shame is always in our hearts, but it shouldnt have to be a burden. If you try to improve who you are, the shame of previous mistakes will fade. Im less ashamed of the things I've done in the past, Im sorry for them, but I'm no longer as ashamed. My parents know that now I am a good person, and I do all I can to be better than what I was. I changed for myself, that says so much, doesnt it?

 

[Angel]

Anwesome Poem Sweetie.....Keep it coming!....

 

[Roadrunner]

Thanks, and I'm glad you like it. Shame is always in our hearts, but it shouldnt have to be a burden. If you try to improve who you are, the shame of previous mistakes will fade. Im less ashamed of the things I've done in the past, Im sorry for them, but I'm no longer as ashamed. My parents know that now I am a good person, and I do all I can to be better than what I was. I changed for myself, that says so much, doesnt it?

That's very true! I'm glad that you're able to gather up more strength from past mistakes...(don't we all?)...and no longer feeling ashamed...mending one's own heart surely is great medication for the soul! Keep looking ahead with much anticipation and being positive pinkster!