Author's note: This is a poem I wrote about the feeling of anxiety when you step out onto the stage/field (whatever you think of).
My heart pounds,
my head aches,
my heart sighs.
I wonder,
why?
My body quivers,
my legs bounce,
my heart sighs.
I know,
why.
My head's confused,
I'm excited, I'm nervous,
my heart sighs.
I cry,
why?
I was once free,
I had no stress but now,
my heart sighs.
I know,
why.
The dread is unbearable,
my life seems over,
my heart sighs.
I panic,
why?
Anxiety takes over,
but soon it will be done,
my heart sighs.
I step out, for I know,
why.
My life has been spent,
preparing, preparing,
my heart sighs.
For I realize,
why.
Comfort sets in as I do what I do,
my practice pays off, but yet,
my heart sighs.
It's over and I think,
why?
Amazing, Riah! I love how you used a pattern to keep the poem flowing. I can tell you know this feeling... Your an amazing poet!
ReplyDeleteYour pattern with "my heart sighs" and "why" reminded me of Poe's "The Raven." You did well with changing the type of anxiety slightly with every new stanza. Anyone who reads this poem will be able to relate to these moments. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteThat's a really cool poem, and I can feel the emotions in it. Nice Job!
ReplyDeleteI am jealous of your poetic skills :) The way you described anxiety reminded me of times when I was full of anxiety... Your poem is well-written, and the topic you chose is easy for any reader to relate to. Great Job Riah!
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