Paul Schneiter Poet Rhyme

Loving Lies

Mother perceived my tender years
Could not abide life's harsh facts.
She hid them from my eyes, ears
With lies woven of loving acts.

When our elderly neighbor died
I happened on a hearse at his home.
She said it would give him a nice ride
To a place with a marbled dome.

When a lady insane rang our bell
I was shocked by her frazzled face.
"It's OK, son, she just isn't well."
The mildest account of the case.

When Lucy Sue was in her teens
She left our street without a clue.
"She's gone to help an ailing aunt,"
But that wasn't what others knew.

As I matured Mother expressed
Hard truths stitched in worldly blue.
Her loving lies had been dressed
To tailor me for what would accrue.

I am in her debt for easing me
From knee-high socks to suits.
In adulthood I would clearly see
Mother's loving lies bore fruits.

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Liam Mcdaid November 5, 2014 at 7:05 PM deep touching excellent pen paul god bless

Debbie Guzzi October 26, 2014 at 10:23 PM I hope your Mom's still with you! Light & Love Paul Schneiter October 26, 2014 at 10:29 PM Thank you for the kind wish, Debbie. Unfortunately, my Angel Mother has passed on. Blessings on you and your loved ones.

Jan Allison October 26, 2014 at 7:06 PM I guess we were all protected by our parents and try to do the same to our children - there was a 'lucy sue' in our road - Shirley Jane - she was just 12 - the poor girl had to have a hysterectomy as soon as her daughter was born - gosh not thought of that for years! Hugs Jan xxx Paul Schneiter October 26, 2014 at 8:58 PM I appreciate your comment, Jan. I regret that the poem brought back a sad memory. I was a PR/grant writer for a large hospital for 12 years. Each morning I received a document reporting on admissions for the previous 24 hours. I couldn't believe how often I would see that 13- and 14-year olds had been admitted to Labor & Delivery. Very sad.