Swetha Vangaveti Poet Free verse

Inescapable

They altered her name to match with his'. 
They changed her biological parents to avoid interclan. 
Everyone said that it's customary and she has to get down to it. 
She quivered like a withered leaf on a cold winter's night - couldn't escape the chillness.

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Caren Krutsinger February 22, 2022 at 10:05 AM I think this is okay for some, a nightmare for others. Maybe this is why my first name means so much more now.

Jennifer Proxenos May 24, 2020 at 4:16 AM My daughter in law chose to keep her own surname and though at first I didn't understand I do now, absolutely and love her more for it. Blessings Swetha, Jennifer.

S.Zaynab Kamoonpuri April 20, 2020 at 5:24 AM Ah yeah the custom to change the surname after marriage ah it's sad come to think of it. I never changed my surname after marriage, because I was too proud of my daddy's name. Kudos for a soulful superb poem. Pls do read and comment my newest poem too.

Harry Horsman March 20, 2020 at 11:48 PM What an amazing poem this is. so much injustice in the world, most stemmed from ancient traditions. Yes one most listen to every voice...

Sunita U.D Palawon February 15, 2020 at 4:06 AM It's really chilly but reality in some part of the world and a right given to 'them'. I can understand that desperation. Well penned. :)) Sunita UPD

Kim Rodrigues February 12, 2020 at 2:42 PM Emotional ending! Who is “they” and why is her name being altered? Marriage? If so many keep their own for a variety of reasons. Customs can be changed.

Michelle Faulkner February 11, 2020 at 9:14 PM So chilling, I can feel the despair here-

Arturo Michael February 8, 2020 at 10:52 AM It's not easy...if you want to be part of something, you'll have to play your part...no escape Swetha Vangaveti February 8, 2020 at 7:38 PM Ready to play my part Arturo!! But should it be a one-sided game?