Walayee Poet Lay Whitlock-Ishway Poet Free verse

Christmas Wish

Didn’t speak to a single family member today
Don’t know what I expected anyway
For as long as I can remember it’s been this way
But each year passes and for a miracle I pray

I watched in envy as my associates and friends
Discuss holiday preparations and weekend plans
They speak of all the holiday cheer
And all the family members they hold dear

All this talk of love and tradition
I find myself constantly wishing
For a family bond with no submissions 
And for love without conditions

As for my family I’m willing to bet
Each one is home alone or watching the TV set
Thinking of each other and feeling regret
Afraid to call for fear of becoming upset

Maybe I’m just feeling guilty
Wishing for something that will never be
At least not with my immediate family
So my wish tonight is for my babies

My Christmas wish is that our bond be strong
That they know I am here for them even when they are wrong
That they always feel in my heart they belong
And my love for them is forever strong

Lay

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The Situation December 26, 2010 at 6:00 PM this much honesty has to hurt somewhere. ever heard of making the first move. christmas time is the time for the truce. the giving of gifts is a sign of forgivness. next year around thanksgiving assign a gift list. and see what happens. T. S.

Debbie Guzzi December 26, 2010 at 2:17 PM Sad, I agree, I was missing the company of my brothers this year, actually though for years I sent cards they usually don't. I'm going to GO call a brother! How about you do too? Thanks for your kind comment on my verse The Sowings..humanity just doesn't really want to know the plight of women, I hope I opened a few eyes, though my son didn't seem to get the verse..you did! Light & Love

Poet Destroyer A December 26, 2010 at 10:48 AM Lay, how I wish i could have one week to myself.. I do wish the best for all my babies & family. I need to find the energy to make myself strong and believe again. I love the wonderful emotions you create here,, have a wonderful day, and may your wishes be blessed,.p.d.

Mary Meade Stephenson December 26, 2010 at 9:58 AM Poignant piece you have penned here Lay. One that I can totally relate with ...I am sure others can as well. It is fast becoming the way holidays are spent now. Some just do not want to bother with family. It is so sad but, that is the way life is. Thanks so much for sharing! Love the last verse...a true mother through and through...unconditional love for our children... no matter what they do or say!! God Bless~Mary~

Dr.Ram Mehta December 26, 2010 at 8:22 AM I enjoyed the poem with its blow away quality , Happy holidays, Walayee

Nette Onclaud December 26, 2010 at 7:53 AM a heartfelt piece that blows me away.. so beautiful in all its pain, lay... RADIANT !thanks for coming around my " rain" page! keep the faith ; you are so blessed!! hugggs, nette

Deb Wilson December 26, 2010 at 6:08 AM it's too bad when families can't show their love especially this time of year..keep strong and keep loving those babies Lay..good job..Happiest of New Years to you! love,Deb

Robert A. Dufresne December 26, 2010 at 5:59 AM now that'a a Mama through and through. Keep this wish/prayer going, Lay. Nice poem... I'm hearin' ya !