Jean Bonella Poet I do not know?

Fat

Fat

Looking in the mirror is a nightmare
So many fat roles flapping around
I just can’t seem to loose enough
I want to make my husband proud
He says I am beautiful no matter what
I do not get where he sees that
No, matter what I always feel

Fat

Mom says I am built like my father
Not meant to be a size 0
I believe she is just saying that
So I will not feel so bad
Because even I know, I am

Fat

While I have lost fifty pounds 
I believe I could afford to lose fifty pounds more. 
At the least
Then I would be able to fit into 
Something more flattering 
Than what I usually wear
I know I am

Fat

I can help that
I will, I will
I have to keep my eye on the prize 
Remembering that size
Zero
That is where I want to be. 
Therefore, my husband can really be proud of me. 
When I am not

Fat 

Anymore

By: Jean Shular

♡Like0

Share Poem

---

Post Comments

Poetrysoup is an environment of encouragement and growth so only provide specific positive comments that indicate what you appreciate about the poem. Negative comments will result your account being banned.

Please Login to post a comment

Sara Kendrick September 19, 2009 at 4:58 AM In some places in the world women with curves are sought after for wives. The skinny thin person is not for everyone. Be object about your weight. Aim for where you will be the healthiest not the thinnest and do it very slowly. I like the format in which you in put the idea and I am sure many will find your work interesting. Keep writing. Sara