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Misspoetrynportraits
Member since June 10, 2026
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The Sound That Only Silence Makes
The Sound That Only Silence Makes
When the silence of the night rests on my shoulders, disquieting thoughts come alive
Fears that plague my waking hours are given a chance to thrive.
As the sun goes down and the day shifts its mood, my body does not feel the calm
Anxiety chases the remains of the day and sounds its weary alarm.
The quiet isn’t gentle, it roars to a deafening pitch
As shadows gather round my bed, anxiety flips a switch.
The stillness is too heavy as loneliness clings to my bones.
My soul cries out for relief each night as the child within me groans.
I secure my house, I lock the door, I shut the windows tight.
I place a chair at my bedroom door and brace myself for the night.
I get in bed, snuggle down, pink plushy in my arm,
I scroll to find a movie in the hopes it will make me feel calm
But when it ends, and all goes quiet, I still have to sit with that sound.
The one that only silence makes when comfort can’t be found…
Misspoetrynportraits’s timeline
- July 2026
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07 TueReceived a critique
on The Sound That Only Silence Makes from @Sen99
"I agree with AI the poems main idea is an interesting one, silence is not an absence of sound but the sound of the mind itself, thinking at night. The stanzas are atmospheric and flow nicely. .An interesting monologue a…" -
05 SunCritiqued
"A Tender Thief" by @William Lynn
"I enjoyed reading this William, I think it’s a sweet poem. Thanks for sharing." -
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03 FriReceived a critique
on Things My Alarm Would Say from @Clentin
"Interesting but shows normal feelings when the alarm sounds Liked the poem very much" -
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01 WedPosted a poem
Things My Alarm Would Say
"I know life is tough but you’ve slept long enough, it’s time to face the day. " - June 2026
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15 MonReceived a critique
on Heavy from @rumpleman
"Good writing. Your rhyme is nice flow. Sorry I’m not a critique person. I like expressive writing" -
15 MonNew follower
@Clentin
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11 ThuNew follower
@Tink
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11 ThuCritiqued
"Alzheimer’s (from the outside looking in)" by @petershenton
"I like this a lot. It’s sad in a gentle way. Well done and thank you for sharing ☺️" -
10 WedCritiqued
"Demolition by Text" by @RJ Bear
"I enjoyed reading this. Thanks for the laugh. Very witty 🤣" -
10 WedFirst critique offered
on "Demolition by Text" by @RJ Bear
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10 WedFirst publication
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10 WedJoined Neopoet
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About Me
About me
I am an emerging poet and visual artist from New Zealand. My creative work explores themes of resilience, healing, nature, and the emotional landscapes we navigate throughout life. When not writing poetry, I create hand-drawn pet portraits and wildlife artwork.
Location: NZL
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| Winning Submission | Contest | Contest Date |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy | 06/26 New Member Contest | 1 June, 2026 – 30 June, 2026 |