Gray Elephant

There's a gray elephant in the room
Out of mouth of babes truth zooms
Saying what everyone's thinking brain bloom
I only recall domestic violence as gloom

I was a tot when I walked up to demi-god
Could have been humbled by parental rod
I wanted to know why was he so mean to grannie
Why was it so loud why did he scream

Now that I am old I recall the light
From the bedroom that very night
Maybe forgiveness in her eyes
Maybe livid in his until my cry

He looked down as I looked up
Perhaps he found in me innocent love
He laughed and at that the yelling ceased
I was only two but he listened to me.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024


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Date: 3/3/2024 8:52:00 AM
There's a Gray Elephant in the Room' is a powerful exploration of the interplay between innocence and experience, vulnerability and strength. Through its evocative imagery and emotional resonance, the poem invites readers to reflect on the enduring power of love, forgiveness, and empathy in overcoming the shadows of the past..
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Karen Jones
Date: 3/3/2024 9:55:00 AM
You have a wonderful way of explaining things. Yes this memory was bittersweet but real! Thanks for reading.
Date: 3/2/2024 7:46:00 PM
Aw, says something about him. Hugs ~ Kim
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Karen Jones
Date: 3/2/2024 7:49:00 PM
Thanks for reading Kim. hugs
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