Dear stranger
You were never
A mother to me
You did not love me
Unconditionally
With an open heart
You did not nurture me
Or show me care
You did not hold me
When I fell
You did not see my hurt
You chose not to hear
My screams
You did not kiss
My bruises
You did not
Protect me from harm
You did not praise
My successes
You laughed at my losses
I needed you
But you were not there
But always
Always
I have loved you
Needed you
Forgiven you
Dear mother
You are a stranger to me
And I am a stranger to you.
This is a very sad poem, Jae. I am so sorry the person who should have delighted in you was unable to. Which is a lack in her, not in you, though you have suffered because of it. Please know that your fans see your beauty and your talent - and your value in this world. Be good to yourself today. Buy treats! Smiles.
ReplyDeleteI echo everything that Sherry says. xx
ReplyDeleteThis is a poem no child should have to feel, to live, to write. Like Sherry I sense your essence, I know your talent, your value in our world.
ReplyDeleteJae, this is a sad and a very beautiful poem. I can feel the hurt and the love. I like your last lines, the letting go and moving on. Big hugs. ❤️
ReplyDeleteThis is such a hurtful feeling for anyone, especially a child. I wish you confidence and happiness. You deserve it.
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