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Inspired by the poem "Instinctually Disabled" written by F.J. Thomas

Is a mother truly a mother, if, she is truly not a mother? Neglect has a powerful impact, it can brown a rose to wither. Amazingly, some buds blossom and become beautiful flowers. Threesome Poetry Contest Sponsor: Silent One 1/5/2020

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Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/14/2020 6:25:00 PM

that is a most interesting question. And think of this one: Is a woman a mother if she nurtures you and raises you but did not give birth to you? It is not even about biology. oh, and congrats, charles.

Andrea Dietrich

Date: 1/14/2020 6:25:00 PM

Love the ending!

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 1/14/2020 2:04:00 PM

- Congratulations so much on your winning poem :) - // Anne-Lise

Jenish Somadas

Date: 1/12/2020 11:46:00 AM

Great three-liner..Congrats on your great win..

Charles Messina
Date: 1/13/2020 10:52:00 PM

Thank you, Jenish :)

Silent One

Date: 1/12/2020 7:37:00 AM

This is a very deep one from your pen my friend... and FJ is a lovely lady who inspires many.. Congrats on your placement in the contest..

Charles Messina
Date: 1/13/2020 10:54:00 PM

Thank you so much S.O. for the great placement in your contest. Always an honor to place anywhere in your contests. Many blessings my friend. Charlie

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/7/2020 7:52:00 PM

Came back to mention that our progeny often succeed in spite of us parents best efforts to screw things up! :) gw

Gershon Wolf
Date: 1/12/2020 1:16:00 PM

And now congrats on your win in the contest, my friend! :) gw

Ann Foster

Date: 1/7/2020 10:02:00 AM

This was well penned. So true, the words paint pictures of life. Ann

Charles Messina
Date: 1/13/2020 10:54:00 PM

Thank you so much, Ann :)

Fj Thomas

Date: 1/6/2020 8:35:00 AM

You have brought tears to my eyes Charles. May every neglected bud one day blossom. Thank you so much for sharing this.

Charles Messina
Date: 1/6/2020 9:07:00 AM

Sorry for the tears, FJ. But your poem really touched me. Thank you too! You are very welcome dear friend. Hugs

Lindsay Laurie

Date: 1/5/2020 6:00:00 PM

Hello Charles … had a friend call in last week and he was very emotional. I knew he had been adopted as a child and after DNA testing found and met his biological mother after 73 years. Your verse although on a different line had a similar impact - thanks Charles - Lindsay

Charles Messina
Date: 1/6/2020 6:40:00 AM

Wow, That is wonderful, Lindsay. What can one say to a mother after 73 years (lol). Also, on a sadder note, I hope you and your family are safe from the fires and smoke, My heart goes out to the people in Australia. My thoughts are with you my friend. Charlie

Carolyn Devonshire

Date: 1/5/2020 4:54:00 PM

It's remarkable how some children raised without love seem to find their way to good lives, but others suffer from the neglect. Very insightful lines, all related, Charlie. Best wishes in Silent One's contest! (Hope the weather by you isn't too cold now.) Hugs, Carolyn

Charles Messina
Date: 1/6/2020 6:46:00 AM

Yes, it is, Carolyn. Sadly, we all probably know a few people. Thanks for the good luck! Fortunately the weather has been on the warm side.. thank god. Today here in central Jersey we had our second dusting of snow all year. All this week it should be in the high 40's, I'll take that in a heartbeat. Thanks for your visit Jersey sis. Hugs Always, Charlie

Line Gauthier

Date: 1/5/2020 3:48:00 PM

You captured well the notion that not everyone is born with the maternal instincts. Well penned, Charles. Great tribute to children who somehow turn out great in spite of incredible obstacles.

Charles Messina
Date: 1/6/2020 6:52:00 AM

Thank you so much, Line. I guess everyone has their own situations to deal with. Some have it much harder than others. In most cases one needs to surround themselves with love..I suppose. Hugs, Charlie

Gershon Wolf

Date: 1/5/2020 1:23:00 PM

Such an interesting approach to birth, Charlie. Great entry for the contest. (soup mail, please. Thanks). ~ Gershon

Charles Messina
Date: 1/6/2020 6:52:00 AM

Thanks again, Gershon. For your visit and your help! ~Charlie

Hello There

Date: 1/5/2020 1:08:00 PM

Having a birth mother in your life does not always mean you have had good mothering. Hopefully, we're blessed with someone who helps to fill those gaps... Nice one, Charlie! Good luck in the contest!

Charles Messina
Date: 1/6/2020 6:55:00 AM

You are absolutely right, H.T. So many mother's as well as fathers really don't know the first thing about parenthood. My heart goes out to their children. Thank you so much for your visit and the Good Luck! Charlie

Lin Lane

Date: 1/5/2020 9:10:00 AM

Being a mother does not always mean of the same flesh, and how very sad when biological motherhood results in an emotionless relationship. The impact of your words is a point well taken, Charlie.

Charles Messina
Date: 1/5/2020 12:02:00 PM

So right you are, Lin. I've had a few mother's in my life of not the same flesh. My mom was always there for me so I am grateful for that. But many a child had not been as fortunate as I. Thank you for your lovely visit :) Wishing you and yours a Healthy and Happy New Year!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 1/5/2020 8:41:00 AM

The last line spells the essence of your write Charlie--this poem is deep in thoughts.

Charles Messina
Date: 1/5/2020 12:08:00 PM

Thank you for your visit, V.J. Wishing you a Healthy and Happy New Year!