He Left

He can't wait to move out
since he's grown up- but the problem is
that he has no car and has no job,
he's wise enough to understand
that he cannot live as a freeloader
be forever dependent on his parents
he's a grown man not a little boy
problem is he has no car and has no job,
he must obtain these things himself
the question remains: "how?"
his days are restless and his nights are sleepless
itchy with impatience, where the balm to soothe?
He can't wait to move out and live a life of his own
problem is that he has no car and has no job,
opportunity rarely comes his way
eventually his decision is to sneak out the door
with his backpack filled with essential items.
He left the nest in the early morning hours...

Copyright © | Year Posted 2025



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Date: 8/24/2025 2:19:00 PM
I can feel an anxiety in this piece, Riley, nicely penned. As I read it I was reminded of the song “She’s Leaving Home” by the Beatles. John
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Riley Emerson
Date: 8/26/2025 12:30:00 PM
Thank you! The song was indeed part of my inspiration. I've been thinking a lot about young adults moving out and starting a new chapter in their life.
Date: 8/22/2025 4:30:00 PM
gotta admire his guts. A captivating read. hugs, Sara
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Riley Emerson
Date: 8/24/2025 1:40:00 PM
Thank you. :)
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