Agoraphobia

I c annot go near my front door...
it might mean a surprise is in store.
I might have to speak to people one day -
and golly gosh, I won't know what to say.
You see last December I went to a gathering
of strangers who wanted my blathering.
I didn't stay long, I just wanted to go home.
It has rarely been like me to idly roam.
I had the light, I crossed the street,
when a gigantic water truck did I meet.
He said he never saw me, squished me to the curb,
his truck ate my scooter's front wheel - absurd!
He was in the wrong and to hospital they took me.
Now they gave me lovely money, which I spent,
while sitting at my computer, quite content.
But since that day I stay inside...agoraphobia
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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West Avatar
December 1, 2018 at 8:34 PM
Is this a true story? I like how it flows and the sense of humor in it
Asbury Avatar
December 1, 2018 at 8:38 PM
Yes, it is true. After leaving my abusive husband it started.. but then the water truck thing happened and I just hunker inside. Actually, I have no use for city people and love my little room with my cats.
Michael Avatar
November 30, 2018 at 7:14 PM
I don't want it...but it has many costumes... and parades constantly through our lives...is this one imaginary...if so you nearly died there...All the best Sherry
Doll Avatar
November 30, 2018 at 6:31 PM
A clever and unique poem, Sherry. With all that is going on in the world today, many just seem to feel safer at home, but look at all we miss out on. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I look forward to reading your poems. Best wishes, Warren
Rodrigues Avatar
November 30, 2018 at 9:02 AM
Eeks! It is a scary world out there! I too am afraid but I step out with a prayer in my pocket! <3 Kim Enjoyed this Sherry!
Rose  Avatar
November 29, 2018 at 4:27 PM
Its is a serious matter when we suffer from it, I had a friend and it got so bad, she finally got help, she is much better now. It takes a lot of courage to take that first step, Thank you for sharing dear Sherry
Asbury Avatar
November 30, 2018 at 8:26 PM
I don't want to take any steps, dear one. I worked from the time I was four...sometimes two jobs. Drove all over the area in my work...had sorrows and illnesses...now I am happy at home. I do so much even though handicapped. Now for young people, I feel it is something to be faced.
Devonshire Avatar
November 29, 2018 at 2:46 PM
Boy, that accident sounds like quite a scare. Really glad you were compensated for it. People have to take responsibility when they injure others. Your agoraphobia is understandable, Sherry, and your story really held my attention. Well done! Best wishes, Carolyn
Pigeon Tart Avatar
November 29, 2018 at 2:08 PM
Potent penning! I feel it. Not a stranger to agoraphobia or nearly dying on a bike ;) xomo
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