The Echoes poetry competition to celebrate Write Out Loud's 20th anniversary is now open.  Judged by Neil Astley.

Competition closes in 13 days, 9 hours. Get details and Enter.

Session Depression

entry picture

Tick-Tock 
The sound of the clock ticks away, 
Like my sanity. 
Friends must have left while I slept. 
Not a single pill around to lift me up, 
Someone must have taken my last one. 

John Player and Sons 
Sprawled out on the floor, 
No sign of another man standing.
I laugh as I look for a light. 
4am, I think I'll call Jo on the phone. 

The ticking of the clock gets louder. 
My brain is going to crack. 
My friend Jo won't answer his phone.
Feeling abandoned, angry and anxious right now. 

Tired of being left here all alone.

🌷(4)

◄ The Reflector

No victory ►

Comments

No comments posted yet.

If you wish to post a comment you must login.

This site uses cookies. By continuing to browse, you are agreeing to our use of cookies.

Find out more Hide this message