The Skeleton Coast

[ladymaybebaby]

Lost wandering without a guiding hand
stumbling in sand and bones, along the
skeleton coast; hundreds perished
trapped in cutting sands, or shards of glass.
I was sliced apart either way...

When the heat grilled my body,
my defeated spirit shook in loneliness
white hot rays confused my thoughts
bleached bones now touching my despair.
My road map straight to hell

Darkness now eclipses the sun
as I find defeat amongst the bones
no living soul to mark my grave
I have become part of a forgotten tomb
buried on African shores

[ladylilith]

Another strongly atmospheric piece, I'm really digging your recent Darkness pieces. The opening stanza stood out for me the most, not only does it firmly set the scene, it envelops the reader in a strong sense of dark foreboding and agony.

Real nice work. It's ever a pleasure.

Lily^^

[Jahaliel]

another powerful piece from you, this was so rich and contained such great imagery. Really enjoyed the read.

[inflames]

Wow, this is really quite poignant. I love the final line- it really brings together the entire piece. Well done.

[Mystiq]

Hi lmbaby ... the world's people have a lot to answer for tragedies and injustices in many places. You've cut this to the bone, making an impact and statement for Africa. I like that the poem grew stronger towards the end:
"as I find defeat amongst the bones
I have become part of a forgotten tomb"

Congratulations for The Spotlight!
*hugs, Mystiq x

[godsplat]

Brilliant language in this equally brilliant work of poetry, nice job!

[ladymaybebaby]

Thank you all so very much for your time in reading and for the most generous comments that you leave behind, it is truly most appreciated. -R xoxo

[Sasha]

Wow! such an effective piece with such load of despair emotions within and impressive imagery. So glad to see this spotlight as it's much deserved.Congrats my friend!

Sash

[Whiskurz]

Beautiful in its message.....Congrats on the spotlight my friend......Whisk

[ladylilith]

I'm real glad this piece got some time in the Spotlight here.. It really deserves it. It was a pleasure to re-read it! Congrats!! ^.^

[Nancyp447]

OMG. You have reached into my heart and the sorrow cut like a knife. OMG. What beauty you have managed to provide while at the same time bringing to light a devastating plight for many. And it's so real it hurts.

I find you to be beautiful at this moment, my dear. Thank you ever so much for sharing the depth of your understanding and the depth of you compassion's.

Love Nancy

[Nancyp447]

If I could but in for a second Aceburg. Hi. Thank you for your kind comments earlier. Just wanted to pop in. By.
Nancy

[moe]

WoW! Powerful is not strong enough a word! this is so real that it jumps right off the page! simply supurb!

[ladymaybebaby]

Thank you to everyone! Your kindness is so very special to me. -Robin xoxo

[Ladywildalice]

Robin, I loved this the first time you posted it else where, and it is just as lovely now. Very worthy piece indeed and well appreciated. Congrats. dear for a well deserved honor. Sue

[ladymaybebaby]

Thank you Sue. It means a lot that you stopped by and shared your time and words of encouragement with me. Thanks for everything! Love, Robin xoxo

[testove]

Nice write here, Lady. Congrats on the spotlight, awesome

[markl1000]

loved the images

[Dew]

Magnificently crafted...great flow and corporeal appeal...I felt more of the physical sensations than anything else. It was a jewel...Dew

[Ladywildalice]

Wow Robin, now you're just showing off. LOL. No really, this is a wonderful write very worthy of a Spotlight Honor. I learn something new from you every time I read something of yours and you are a very talented and prolific writer. Thanks