Earl Schumacker Poet Didactic

Family Betrayal

Family Betrayal
           (Familial Subterfuge)

Please wait until I’m dead before you take my head
My bed is stripped of sheets and blankets
Feathers missing from my pillows
Bartered for some drugs and cigarettes 
These “emergencies” arising frequently 
Chicanery is part of human nature
Family is familiar with my property and me
Please say a prayer before you bury me in debt
Empty my accounts when I am dead
Leave me a few crumbs to nibble on for now
A cold corner of the floor to mourn
And some rags to hide my private parts
They are not for sale
Thank you family for everything you've given me
Familial subterfuge catastrophes 
Are yours
Please sweep my ashes out the door 
To a better world

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Liam Mcdaid September 25, 2014 at 11:33 AM really very beautifully crafted visions excellent piece Earl Schumacker September 25, 2014 at 12:16 PM Hi Liam, Thank you so much for your interest and observations. I try to create little concise slices of life in my works. My poems take on a life of their own. I'm glad you enjoyed this one. Thanks again. Take care, Earl