Veronica Joseph Poet Free verse

Empty Nest

I can't wait to have that empty nest
that peace and quiet
days of rest
texts and emails can tell
that everyone is doing well
I can sit in the garden and text you back
enjoy the quiet
ice tea and a book
I'd have the dog all to myself
maybe I'll get another him a companion
I'll enjoy the order
a little less dust
time to myself
daydreamings a must
I will think a whole thought without interruption
make love any time of day
in every room
without fear of discovery
(that could be the best part)
we'll be like teenagers all over the house
when, again, are you all getting out?

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Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen January 20, 2010 at 12:21 AM Veronica, Today I am taking the time to enjoy myself reading some of my favorite poems. Your poem, "Empty Nest" is one of them. I wanted to let you know that I enjoyed reading and chuckling with it, again. Thank you for sharing. Lovingly, Dane Ann

Veronica Joseph August 11, 2009 at 6:47 AM I bet it will be. My kids are ready to move on and I have SO MUCH TO DO....

Debbie Guzzi August 10, 2009 at 1:09 PM LOL if it only worked that way! I have my fingers crossed for you! Light & Love

Veronica Joseph August 9, 2009 at 3:31 PM I know, I know all about the silence etc, but I am sick up to here of all the work and problem solving. Tme for them to be out doing on their own. I'll miss them, but not that much! I am looking forward to me time, and to watching them fly away on their own and continue their journey.

Dane Ann Smith-Johnsen August 8, 2009 at 6:07 AM Veronica, LOL It's a dream!!! But they do come back... OFTEN, if you're luck. You'll miss it. And even though, the nest is empty, you'll miss the days when they were home... even the difficult ones. As for discovery... well, the whispers will stop. I love this poem. It is FUN!!! Enjoy them now because the empty nest syndrome is less hectic, but real. Lovingly, Dane (PS This one goes to favorites!)

Michael Jordan August 8, 2009 at 5:06 AM Veronica - You know I had a few years in the SHU in Prison with 23 hrs. of solitude a day - Changed the man I was forever because that was when the Lord set me free - Always be careful for that which you ask - God Bless you - MJ

James Fraser August 7, 2009 at 6:43 PM Oh come on Veronica, you will miss all the questions, the tidying up, the dishes - you'll be pleading them to stay, Tee - Hee >> James