Janice Canerdy Poet Rhyme

A Hug Denied

Joe’s mama died of cancer when he was
		just four. His loving grandma raised him well.
		Brief, hazy thoughts of Mama make this grown
		man cry. Exactly why? It’s hard to tell.

		His memories are not of being hit
		or yelled at, but of hugs and smiles denied,
		of feeling he had somehow caused her pain,
		of feeling helpless when his mama cried.

		When thoughts of hugs not given long ago
		come calling, Grandma has a hug for Joe.

entered in Brian Strand's Contest 229 (any topic or form, 10-line max) on October 26, 2016

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Carole Duet October 27, 2016 at 1:14 AM Gee, this is so sad...but full of insight. And, in that respect, a great poem. Congratulations, Janice. Carole Janice Canerdy October 27, 2016 at 7:58 AM Carole, thank you so much! Janice

Afzal Nusker October 25, 2016 at 10:18 PM Such a lovely touching poem. Congratulations on your win, Janice. Janice Canerdy October 25, 2016 at 11:08 PM Thanks so much, Afzal! Janice

Daniel Turner October 17, 2016 at 8:46 AM Everybody needs a hug! Sad write, Janice. Janice Canerdy October 17, 2016 at 10:05 AM Thanks, Daniel! janice