Hostage

You commandeer my thoughts
no matter where I am or what I do,
each day you carry me away.
I am happily kidnapped,
held hostage by love.

Tethered to me,
though the umbilical 
long ago was severed,
there is a cord no one else can see
binding you tightly to me.
Even though one of you
has passed beyond earthly touch,
it will be forever such.

Three times my heart was invaded,
captured, 
by love larger than me persuaded.
Sweet baby love, dependent,
I would be your champion still,
keep you safe, your dreams fulfill.

May 22, 2022
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Marcum Wong Avatar
August 25, 2022 at 10:27 PM
Your poem is so moving and beautiful. There is no greater bond than the love a mother has with her child. It is a protective love that never wavers. This poem expresses that so brilliantly Faye. I love this poem. Blessings xxoo
Peck Avatar
May 30, 2022 at 2:40 PM
Oh, this is so lovely. If only we could keep them close forever. My three sons live near, but not near enough. As I grow older, I miss them more. Thanks for commenting on my poem.
Mcconnell Avatar
May 24, 2022 at 11:19 AM
A lovely piece of free verse Faye, with good imagery and insightful thought. Have a good day,Gordon
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