Takers Poem by Kelly Iyogun

Takers

Rating: 5.0

I hate the night,
That's when they come,
The takers, as they're called,
I feel them creeping into my mind.

At first, they linger in silence,
I sense their eyes keenly observing,
My thoughts laid bare before them.
Then, the whispering starts,
And my eyes surrender to tears.

Lonely tears trace down my cheeks,
A reminder of why they appear,
To pilfer my joy,
Leaving me a mere shadow of myself.

Tonight, the battle they claimed,
But tomorrow,
Tomorrow,
Tomorrow,
I shall triumph in this war.

POET'S NOTES ABOUT THE POEM
The poem explores a personal struggle with inner demons or emotional challenges, it describes the intrusion of negative thoughts and emotions during the night, leading to a battle for joy and self-identity. The repetition of 'Tomorrow' suggests a resilient hope for a better future and a determination to overcome the struggles. The poetry use of vivid imagery, such as tears tracing down the cheeks, adds emotional depth to the poem, creating a poignant reflection on the ongoing internal conflict.
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Kelly Iyogun

Kelly Iyogun

Edo state, NIGERIA
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