Monday, August 29, 2011






THE OTHER SIDE OF THE GLASS


You’re Right …

I live too fast
Drive too fast
Think too fast
And view life thru the other side
of the glass

I’m over-worked
And under-paid
Sometimes I over-look
Over-indulge
Under-study
And over-book
This life with tedious schedules

I’m over-observant
Over-concerned
Underestimated
And disconnected
Built on courage
And battled fear
Resembling now, a punching bag for 10

I stress too much
Don’t eat enough
Been a fool for love
More than once
I tend to over-think the obvious
And suffer from an incurable
Case of impatience

Queen of indecision
And procrastination
A slave to routine
And repetition
Sugar junkie
Loves spending money
Diagnosed depression
Won’t steal my smiles


I’m street smart
In love with the Arts
These hands were built to create a beat
Passion of the heart

You're right...


I live too fast
Drive to fast
Think too fast
And view life thru the other side
of the glass




Copyright © Angel Campbell

18 comments:

  1. nice...i like the wrap around in the end...and hey at least you know who you are and are comfortable with it eh?

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  2. I love this poem. Everything about. You choice of words, and especially the pace and rhythm. Great job!

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  3. Thank you both very much!! .. This poem defiently describes me and yes Brian, I am very comfortable with the person I have become. I wanted it to reflect the portrait that lyes within the flesh you see. Thanx for takin a min to read my work, always appreciated!!

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  4. Nice write Angel. I see a lot of my own tendencies and personality described in your words. Thanks for sharing

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  5. When we can feel happy being who we are then most everything else falls into place too.
    A great, in depth take me or leave me like it or not, read.

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  6. I really like that you manage to build suspense, leaving open the question "and so?" only to close with the finality that this is a statement of fact. "I'm" these things; that is all.

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  7. nice write... and you created a great beat as well

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  8. Think everyone can find something of themselves here. defintely know who you are, great write.

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  9. I love the way you use paradoxical statements! :) Marvelous read

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  10. Angel, really enjoyed your write here. The flow is very good and definitely resonates, thanks for sharing

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  11. Hey angel - this resounds with raw energy and enough personality to fill a pool - a real roller coaster and punishing investigation of personality told with a strong voice

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  12. this is a cool write...you know yourself which is good !!!!!!! :)

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  13. Wow .. the response to this poem has been incredible!! .. Its become one of my favorites so I'm glad you all can relate or understand where I am coming from. My music comes into play quite often with my writing scheme. I guess thats y I tend to rhyme alot. I'm very proud of the person I have become, never let anyone's judgement change that. Thanx again everyone!!

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  14. Thank you for takin the time to read my work Rob .. Its greatly appreciated!! .. I really enjoyed your poem clown .. thank you for sharing it with me!! =)

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  15. Absolutely awesome poem Angel! I love it!!! I find it very deep, and I can totally relate to it. We do tend to rush through life, without taking the time, to relax and enjoy it, and appreciate it. Always on the go, under pressure. And a lot of the times, we tend to be held back by the negative side of Life, which seems to prey on our minds, such as inpatience, procrastination, and underestimating our unique skills, to name a few. A masterpiece. I'm impressed. Well written, and a great choice of words! You certainly painted a picture, of life on the other side of the glass! Much Love Paul OXOXOXOXO

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  16. thank you for an awesum compliment and takin the time to read and comment on my work. Its one of my fav pieces I've written :)

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  17. excellent write..found myself nodding assent to many of the characteristics and habits..aptly illustrates the stresses of getting thru life

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