I screamed today
I screamed today because tears no longer sufficed
I screamed because I couldn't see an enemy to fight
I screamed because I could no longer keep that inside
I screamed because it was a last ditch effort for peace
I screamed because it was an SOS
I screamed because I had no grave to find rest in
I screamed because I was so angry and tired
I screamed, but I don't think it was loud enough
I screamed because there was no one there to hear
I screamed because maybe God would hear then and answer sooner
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This is just poetry, so please...no worries. I'm sure all humans have felt this before and done their own screaming, right?
About the Creator
Shirley Belk
Mother, Nana, Sister, Cousin, & Aunt who recently retired. RN (Nursing Instructor) who loves to write stories to heal herself and reflect on all the silver linings she has been blessed with :)
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We all want to scream sometimes
Very well put, Shirley. I agree, I think we have all been there, even though it can be hard to admit sometimes. Great poem.