They told you the New Age is bad - that it is hokey, satanic, and leads to a pornography addiction
They blame you for joining a group of empathetic people with soulmate connections and past life experiences
They say "that's what you get" for wanting to pierce the veil of reality
They tell you there's no meaning other than sex and money
The cult got you because you were frustrated with your life, and you knew you were not crazy
The cult, also known as the "occult," promised you unconditional love, friendship, a career that would make you emotionally fulfilled and bring peace within your life
What was the alternative?
To stay in therapy, join the church, get a job in a crappy town, settle down with a person below your expectations
Working your way up the corporate ladder in a job you hate, and hoping that one day you'll have the time to do the things you wish to do
Oh, how you stretched far
You began to see the demons that stalk the dark crevices of your mind
Crying "Oh lord, Jesus - save me from myself!"
You go to sleep at night unsatisfied, with married sex, children addicted to their cartoons and ice cream
You wonder if this is it
YOU ARE READING
The Last Mermaid
PoetryEver had a dream you confused with life? Ever feel yourself slipping away into the waves? Ever feel that you've just gathered wings to fly away from this mess? Well... you have. You may be one of the last mermaids. Part anthology, part diary of grie...
