15 Comments
User's avatar
MundaneMarvels's avatar

This is hauntingly beautiful, Rea. The rhythm lulls like a lullaby, but the message cuts like a blade. So much truth wrapped in lyrical shadows. Thank you for sharing this chilling reminder of the masks we sometimes fail to see.

Warm regards,

John

Rea de Miranda's avatar

I am glad it resonated with you John. Thank you for your heartfelt comment. I appreciate it.

Debra Martin's avatar

Everything John said.👏

Virginia Curtis's avatar

This is beautiful and well-composed. I've known a few people who absolutely fit this description. Thank you for sharing! Love, Virg

Rea de Miranda's avatar

Thank you Virg! I know a couple as well.

Christina Wither's avatar

This sent chills down my spine. the whole idea of something so ghoulish sucking the life out of you is over powering. Well done on another piece of writing that cuts deep. I found myself drawn into the darkness of this poem.

Rea de Miranda's avatar

It is a bit dark and I'm glad you enjoyed it. The picture was AI generated and it fit in perfectly. Thank you Christina.

Marie Charon's avatar

Ah yes, the emotional vampires—masters of the slow bleed.

They don’t bite your neck, they just borrow your charger, your time, and your will to live.

Next thing you know, you’re apologizing for their bad day and baking cookies for your own demise.

10/10 poetic creepiness—would avoid at all costs, unless I’m in a self-sabotage mood (so, like, Thursday).

E.J. Moon's avatar

Beautifully hypnotic!

Taffy's avatar

beautiful poem

Rea de Miranda's avatar

Thank you Taffy.

User's avatar
Comment deleted
Apr 26, 2025
Comment deleted
Rea de Miranda's avatar

My life has been eventful Jessica. Thank you for your beautiful reaction to my post. 💗

User's avatar
Comment deleted
Apr 26, 2025
Comment deleted
Rea de Miranda's avatar

I am in good company. 😊