Here you’ll find my collection of poems; fragments of thought, feeling, and experience. Each piece carries its own tone and emotion, from quiet introspection to raw expression.
Expressing emotions has always been a challenge for me. Because of past trauma and my autism, it’s often difficult to take the spotlight and convey what I’m feeling. This not only socially, but also in finding the right words at the right time.
Poetry gives me the space to express myself freely and fully. Sometimes through a simple rhyme, sometimes through something deeper — it allows me to slow down, process what I feel, and communicate in a way I can’t manage in everyday conversation.
PUBLISHED JAMES GALE POEMS
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A Poem on Feeling Empty: Fading Supernova
I long for comfort perhaps an early grave. I burned my dreams for warmth only cold ashes remain. This hollow ache drifts on never fully belonging, never truly… Continue reading
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A poem on purpose: The Beliefs of a Fallen Leaf
Does the fallen leaf believe itself abandoned, or rest in quiet knowing of its destined descent? Does it dream of heights once held, or trust in sacred purpose,a… Continue reading
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A Poem on ‘being normal’: False Crown
There is a new anger in me. It crept in slow, scraping away the thin shame that clung to me, grinding disbelief to the bone. The world’s lack… Continue reading
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A Poem on Existence: My Atoms at War
My atoms do not belong together. They push, pull, and break— all my cells divided, existence being the topic of late. Neurons still fire, out of contempt or… Continue reading
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Announcing My First Poetry Collection: Whispers
I am thrilled to share that I am in the final stages of completing the manuscript for my first official poetry collection! It will be self-published with the… Continue reading
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Poem – The Waiting for Nothing
As the clock slowly ticks, My sanity slips, Never knowing what to do. Like I’m just waiting For death’s final kiss. Being bored is how they phrase it,… Continue reading
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Poem – Burning Bridges
As I watch the embers Of the bridges I burned, I try to think Of the lessons learned. And how much longer can I travel, Since I already… Continue reading
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Poem – Timeless Embrace
You don’t have to build a legacy Or leave your mark on this place. Though it feels unsettling, You too will be forgotten, Your whole existence simply erased.… Continue reading
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Poem – Unspoken Farewell
Drift off, Away from this place. Escape The worn-out feeling Of having no place. I remain here Killing time; Time is killing me. You’re the only thing on… Continue reading
James Gale 