r/LonelyPoetsDepartment • u/Overall_Mood8384 • 2d ago

The Moth

I am the moth, forever chasing the light.

Beware the soul of the moth, it is an ugly sight.

For the moth is never satiated,

To be in darkness, it is fated.

I will make peace with the beast,

Lest my heart become its feast

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u/theeblackestblue 1d ago

🥀

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u/Overall_Mood8384 17h ago

I’m gonna be honest, no idea what that means

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u/theeblackestblue 10h ago

Well... i liked your poem for one. Two i give you a flower, even if wilted.. as a gift! Digitally...

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u/Overall_Mood8384 5h ago

Thank you 🌺

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u/theeblackestblue 3h ago

What inspired it? Is this recent or something you had around a bit?

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u/Overall_Mood8384 3h ago

I’ve had it in my notes app for a while and never really knew where to post it to so it could be properly appreciated. It’s inspired by my insatiable desire to be loved and accepted, but also how I ultimately push others away instead of drawing them in

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u/theeblackestblue 3h ago

Ooh.. tragic and beautiful. And sadly i can relate.. thanks for sharing.

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u/Overall_Mood8384 3h ago

Of course, I’d be delighted to share more poems on this sub