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his fear

by Emily Davidson

though time has passed, it's not hard to remember
his fear

his spineless soul like jello
a coward dressed as a king

to him, every word i spoke
was a critique
every touch
an attack

a struggling student
blaming the teacher
he didn't deserve

there was no amount of love
i could give
to make him brave
commitment, stability, devotion
all fell flat

but with her
he tries again—
she seems scared too

i cannot help
that i am fearless but
i hope every time
he kisses her
he feels strong

03/25/2014

Posted on 03/25/2014
Copyright © 2025 Emily Davidson

Member Comments on this Poem
Posted by Quentin S Clingerman on 03/25/14 at 11:41 PM

Hmmm poem on the human condition. A bit of sarcasm at the end underscoring the sense of a lost romance.

Posted by Meredith C Hartwell on 04/06/14 at 05:50 AM

There may still be bitterness in the breaking up, but I read the last lines as sincerity, not sarcasm. You know it's a strong piece when it can have multiple interpretations. Well done.

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