When we stray too deep
Into the dark night of the soul
We must become our own sun.
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If we never sleep
Will we ever walk in dreams
Or dispel the shadowed heart?
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If we never break
How will we know we were whole
Or how best to play our part?
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O, for Heaven’s sake!
Is this all it sees or seems
Or a fancy of The One?
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When we stray too deep
Into the dark night of the soul
We must become our own sun.
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Rommentary:
The first and final stanza comprise a recurring theme in my work which I also explore through this essay on the Act of Confusion song BURNOUT SUPERNOVA at The Cynickal Art:
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C. Rommial Butler
C. Rommial Butler is a writer, musician and philosopher from Indianapolis, IN. His works can be found online through multiple streaming services and booksellers.
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This really makes one think about their actions.
Well said. During the times we feel alone, we must shine for ourselves, Charles. A wonderful haiku.
Stunning work CRB! 🎉💪🏾
Heavenly entry! 😁
There’s something celestial in your tone, as if the poem itself is a quiet conversation between soul and cosmos. The Rommentary deepens that connection perfectly.
Once again another poem make one think.
Poignantly relevant questions to be asked. They answer themselves brilliantly.
Oh wow, this was so profound! Loved your poem so much! Hope you're doing well Rommi
This is beautiful and thought-provoking. It feels both philosophical and comforting at the same time. ☀️
You have to have the darkness to recognise and appreciate the light.
Oh, lovely stanzas, Charles. Beautiful work, as always.
We must, but do we? How often do we seek for the other when we should rather seek for our true selves. Thought provoking and beautifully penned, Rommi! Good luck on the challenge!
Beautiful message beautifully written
That's haunting Charles; "We become our own sun." We do this to ourselves many a time!