Undone By Choice

A grave, unfair decision

This time I've lost it all.

Pack another suitcase.

and leave another hall.

Oh my God, I'm sorry

What did I go and do?

My selfish, heartless choice

A crime I can't undo

All I saw was a burden

a chore and mistake

wasn't ready to grow up

or live for another's sake

Forever I'll be haunted

Reaping what I sow.

Little boy or precious girl

Now I'll never know.

A loving, tender mother

and devoted, happy wife

the life I'd have if only

I would have chosen life.

Author notes

I have no idea where this came from. This is not from a personal experience or about anyone I know. I'm not even political. I just looked at the picture and began to write.

A contest entry

What Is She Thinking? (Pic Inspired) by Asylaarix. 425 points, ended March 8, 2008, 24 entries
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest

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Justin3
February 10, 2008
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The rhyme scheme here is very interesting and makes the poem really come alive.Great work!
Asylaarix
February 9, 2008
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Well ... If I do say so myself ... Your words ... are so powerful ... I actually cried ... I am very proud that something came to you with this picture ... It was very good ... I'm very impressed ... Thank you so much for your entry and good luck in the contest ...

♥Jayda♥