Written for: dVerse Poets Pub – Poetics: Solitude (posted by Bjorn)
In today’s situation of social distancing, we all have taken a crash course in loneliness, and when learning to cope. Today I would like you to write about your own experience with how you find strength in solitude or how you still struggle with loneliness.

A replica of Thoreau’s cabin at Walden Pond
If solitude is a choice,
I yearn for it. Set me
on a blanket in the sand
with only the ocean
as companion. If solitude
is foist upon me, than
invariably, I want sounds
of family, friends, laughter,
mix of perfumes and blossoms.
Suddenly connection is vital.
Loneliness is an emptiness
within, like a floating
balloon with frayed string.
Often, loneliness is present
with or without solitude.
Good point that loneliness can come with or without solitude.
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Thanks, Frank.
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Yes, well said. The difference too between being alone and being lonely.
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Thanks, Roslyn.
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Excellent perspective on perspective itself + as well a contrasting between solitude and isolation.
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Thanks, Jordan!
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You’re very welcome!
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I think solitude has to be a choice, not forced upon you to work.
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Exactly!
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