I feel like a part of me has died
My whole world has changed
Because of others actions
Your words tore out my heart
Dragged my name through the mud
Broke my confidence
Stole my self esteem
Gave doubt to my life
Brought my world to it's knees
I can't see through the tears
Memories cloud my thoughts
And hold back sleep
My mind and body is exhausted
From thoughts of this turmoil
How do I get through the change
Of all that has become my life
If I want to keep you in my world
My darling child
Unfair as things may seem
As a mother, I will endure
Life will go on day by day.
Author notes
This poem came from an awful experience with my daughter who I dearly love. You often have to live with others decisions, no matter how wrong or hurtful they may be.
A contest entry
- What's The Story Behind The Tears :: Picture Prompt by Xox ILY xoX.
525 points, ended April 30, 2008, 15 entries
Honorable mention
• next poem in this contest, remove from contest
Comments
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A sad and moving write. Well done, poet.
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Your poem is so tenderly brushed with emotion. I felt that sadness, kind of like a longing to fix whatever happened. You are so right. Sometimes you can't change things that come from what other people do, but you can endure it the best you can and hope that some day it'll be better. I'm not sure what it was that happened, but whatever it was, it gave you the gift of a message for others. All people should realize on both the giving and receiving end, that your actions and decisions in life affect everyone and not just yourself. I have to say my favorite part was around the end where you said - as a mother, I will endure. Those are some of the most beautiful words that could ever come from a mom. I think so, anyway. It's saying that even if something goes wrong or something prevents things from being the way they should, you'll still be a mom and you'll endure all the hurting and happiness. You'd take on whatever came your way and I really respect that. Thank you for entering and good luck in the contest.
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