A Very Merry Black Sheep Family Christmas
I hear the murmurring
I know they are talking about me
I see the intentional whispers
The subtle avoidance at my presence
Like an outcast leper they walk around
The blatant use of conversation enders
Like " oh theres so and so, i gotta go"
I arrive alone and leave alone.
God only knows why i was even invited
God only knows why i showed up
They dont know me
They never did
But they talk behind my back
Like they know everything about me.
Dinner ends and i excuse myself
And quietly exit the party.
No , " hey where you going, dont go,"
Heads turn as if they dont even notice
I arrive home and pour a strong drink
I close my eyes and let the peace in
Because thats what its about for me.
Copyright © Carl Fraser | Year Posted 2013
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