Your arms
Were always my safe haven
With you I was no longer afraid
All my worries seemed to evaporate
I miss that feeling
But it’s funny
How someone who once made you feel so safe
Can become
The person you’re most afraid of
I was hoping to share a YouTube video today. But life had other plans. There was a nationwide power outage in Kenya. This happens very rarely but it does happen. Sometimes when life hands you lemons you just have to freeze them and throw them at people that annoy you. Or water that saying is…
Anyway, this poem has been in my head for a while now. But I just couldn’t find the words. Luckily I did today and that helped me get a post together last minute. It’s past midnight here as I’m writing this. I finished all my work and this poem just sort of came to me. I know my brain and I have differences but at times like these it really comes through for me which I appreciate. Yes, my brain made me write all that because I complain about it malfunction too often these days.
So “My Safe Haven” is pretty much about life, love and relationships. And how you sometimes don’t really know the person you’re with until you see a darker side to them. Wolf in sheep’s clothing and all that. I’m sleepy so just create your own interpretation of it in your head.
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I feel this with my heart and chest. I’ve also been that person before when I would just emotionally abandon people. Ugh, it’s difficult being here with people sometimes because some people just come and go out of your life and you wanted them there, but they’re a mess.🥲 We all learn.
What a great poem! So true!
Very succinctly put, Pooja. This is a situation that most will understand and doesn’t need a litany of verses to unpack what has happened. Coincidentally, I just finished the first episode of Divorce Attorney Shin, so your poem is reflective of what happened during this episode 😊
So, the safe haven is no more as the protector becomes the predator. These contrasts have become the hallmark of your poetry. I have observed that many of your poems open on a positive note and then take a sudden U-turn, and leave the readers bewildered. This is a good style and deserves critical appreciation.
Brevity is another feature of your poetry. You are able to infuse some serious thoughts into so few words. Great going Pooja!
Not sure why but it reminded me of the supermarket chain called Safeway, for some reason we always call it Un-Safeway, it’s sort of an irony that the ‘safest’ things are not actually safe after all.
I’ve never heard of Safeway but I understand why this would remind you of it since the wording is similar. Yup, very ironic.
We usually use it as an example of something you want to avoid
I think I’ll be saying that from now on too haha
We have Safeway in Alberta, Canada. It’s an overpriced supermarket chain with Starbucks. You’re not missing much. It smells like freshly baked bread and the smell is overpowering; makes me want to buy donuts and bread rolls. Safeway is almost identical to the supermarket chain called Sobeys in Ontario, Canada. I’m not sure if you’ve been to Sobeys, which can be found in Toronto.
Yeah we had a Sobeys, I definitely get what you mean. I think Sobeys is pretty overpriced too if I remember correctly.
I agree, our Un-Safeway (local grocery store/chain) has recently had two shootings, one resulted in a death. I race through the store now and never feel safe! Great poem Pooja! Hugs, C
So sorry to hear that, hags
Wow, that’s really awful. No one should feel unsafe just going shopping.
Loved the poem, Pooja.
These last minute writings’ are the best💛
Thank you so much 😊
This one hit me hard. I had a boyfriend in high school turn abusive and super scary and I’ve never gotten over it, because we were best friends, and he changed overnight the second we started dating. He still stalks me online. I usually don’t share that, but your poem made me want to open up.
I’m so sorry you experienced that. It’s best to stay away from people like that. Although many abusers do have the tendency to still stalk their ex’s and get obsessive so Im not surprised. Stay safe.
A very deep poem, Pooja….and interpretations could vary according to an individuals stance in life.
“Safe Haven” being the perfect title for your thoughts.
Love it🤍
Thank you so much 😊
Most welcome
Oops, I think I replied on someone else comment 🥴sorry
Most welcome 🤍
Lol, don’t worry it’s fine 😅
This poem resonated such sadness at the end. I was not quite expecting that. I guess the romantic in me was hoping for everlasting love and bliss, lol.
Lol well you know Lifesfinewhine is usually the place romance comes to die haha. Just kidding, yeah I wanted it to be a really stark contrast between the first and second half of the poem.
Yes! life cant be managed by our ways and wishes. It’s an unknown path we tread on, as much we think we know it. Especially people can be unpredictable.
Yes, life and people are extremely unpredictable and often we end up surprised.
You remind me of a writer in the early 20th century. She met him (both writers); he protected her; they got married; then he became increasingly frustrated with her desire for self expression, which often contradicted with his view; they broke up.
That’s so sad. But I’m not surprised. I think after marriage people often change and are comfortable enough to show their true colours.
Wow, I fully resonate with the poem and it really applies to various relationships.
Thank you so much, I’m happy to hear that.
Couldn’t agree more! Really loved this one!
Thank you so much!
Sad to think that those closest to us can become our darkest enemies.
Yes, it’s a sad truth.
Great peom, Pooja. It’s scary how you really can’t tell who someone is until their actions reveal their true motives. Always be cautious of who you give your trust to.
Thanks so much. Yes, that’s why I get a bit paranoid about trusting people sometimes. It’s definitely best to be cautious.
Hi you had liked my post and i am very much glad for it if you are available pls text me i want to talk to you sometime about business..
Don’t worry, I’ll wait for the video patiently. I’m so excited, I can’t tell you. 🤩
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About the poem, I will not say anything, because I don’t know what to say.
One thing is sure, you are an excellent writer. You work so well in multiple niche PG 🤗.
One can learn a lot from you, and I’m learning TBH 😁
Thanks so much 😊
This hits close to home, hugs, C
Thank you.
Wow, the ending! I loved this Pooja. It can be a scary and heartbreaking thing when someone reveals their true colors. Everything “good” you knew about them, seems like a strange lie. 😦 Wolf in sheep’s clothing, you’re right about that!
Thank you so much. Absolutely, it’s so heartbreaking when someone isn’t the person you thought they were.
That was indeed beautiful! ✨
Thank you so much! 😊
Your poem gives off Joe from You vibes 😂but thoroughly enjoyed reading it!
Lol I love that, I guess my brain is preparing for the new episodes 😂 Thanks!
I just started reading, the start was beautiful until the end. It is a rather deep one.
Thank you so much.
I think I missed that you were back in Kenya! Last time I was actively blogging you were still in school in Canada, I think. How’s it been (apart from the power outages, lol).
I’ve known a lot of wolves in sheeps clothing, unfortunately. My old life turned me into a magnet for near-narcissist friends (I think the word is overused so I don’t think most “narcissists” are actually narcissists, haha). A lot of the women I know and have known seem to be in relationships like the one in your poem, but very few ever realize it. It’s frustrating, but people have to want help, right?
Yeah, I’ve been back for a while and minus the power issues lol, it’s been pretty fun. I’m just enjoying the weather and people.
Yeah, unfortunately it’s hard for some people to know when they are being manipulated. And it’s sort of not possible for us to help them when they don’t realise they need it.
love your poem and your safe haven ended up to be a power Pooja so you could share it Pooja! 🥹💞
Thank you so much! 💕
Love this poem. Definitely hit home for me. The Wolf in sheep’s clothing made oodles of sense,too. Thanks for sharing,Pooja!
Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed it!
“when life hands you lemons you just have to freeze them and throw them at people that annoy you” 🤣🤣. I like this 🤣.
Lol, it’s my life motto 😂
It’s a good one, definitely keep you safe for sure 🤣.
Really good poem and so many females especially run into that type of relationship which is sad. As for your frozen lemon joke that’s hilarious, I love it.
Thanks so much. Yes, very true I think a large number of females have experienced this sort of fear in relationships.
A wonderful and relatable poem great work!!!
Thank you so much!
Love the poem. So true
Thank you so much.
Anytime
Great poem and so relatable. Sometimes we think we know someone and we really don’t.
Thanks. Yes, sometimes people are really good at hiding their true selves.
This is the poem 💔
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OUCH!!! 🤣😎🙃
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