I Wandered Lonely As An Orphan
I lived lonely, like an orphan,
their single, only child.
Envied others with siblings, often.
They must make life worthwhile!
I found my greatest joy in dreams
of what I wished to be,
a doctor, teacher or a queen,
imagination wild and free.
Like a bird within my mind
I’d see lands far away
and in encyclopedias find
where I’d go one day.
My bedroom was a magic place
in seconds to transform,
a surgical suite or classroom space,
projecting my future upon.
I could have played at being mean
taking human lives,
releasing all the angry fiends
in which one's envy lies.
Thank goodness for a mind that went
beyond four walls of thought.
Where strong imaginations sent
good impressions to be sought.
9/20/2022
Copyright © Janis Medders Tobechi | Year Posted 2022
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