by Patrice Clarkson | Mar 25, 2020 | Poetry
Terror holds my heart Still waiting for the worst To subside. And my mind Knows The world Of innocence Will not grow It’ll hide. Only fear Anger Uncontrolled Hate Coupled with Mistrust If we’re not careful These Will dominate. My terror shows...
by Patrice Clarkson | Jul 15, 2015 | Poetry
Sudden clouds Come crashing down Throwing thunder, lighting All around. Not to rest, no respite Chaos, fear just surround Bringing dread The only feeling to be found. Over soon To see the light Feel the sprinkle washing hope Throughout the night. No more quaking No...
by Patrice Clarkson | Mar 27, 2014 | My Musings, Poetry
Today is a sad day for me Today was the day I knew in my heart My mom was dying. Nothing, nothing I could do Or say would stop it This I knew in my heart But not my head. Anguish, fear, frightened Looking for the answer That would save her Keep her here with me...