I have to admit, I literally needed to force myself to finish those six verses. They are pretty heavy on their own, but in light of your explanation they only get harder to digest. Reminds me of a discussion I've had with a friend about how being in love is nothing nice or desirable. In fact, it's debilitating in many ways, so much so that she claims it's preferable to be in a low-to-non passionate relationship, which is based more on respect, understanding, and support (a.k.a. a good friendship). Strange as it sounds, this is exactly what this poem brings to my mind.
Oh the original poem on which it is based is so 1950s and the main character is a prick and a half.
It strikes me the English language doesn't have enough words for love. Actual love between people should not be so torturous and brutal!
It's definitely a poem about domestic violence and the corruption of love.
Thanks for reading... Not many have the stomach for poems at all! I like writing them but don't get much engagement when I do. I suspect it's not because my poems are shit, it's just poetry is niche, and I don't write rhyming romances 🤪😉
Well, I have to admit, I am one of those who usually can't take poetry. Even with this one, it took me a bit of an effort, as I said. However, this time I really tried not to get dissuaded. Still, as you observed so well, it seems like poems are becoming an art form that people feel less captivated by, and I can't exclude myself. 😕
Totally. I appreciate the effort! This one isn't even one of my favourites. To be honest I'm a snob when it comes to poetry!!