My Sleeve

Before I was aware
I used you to pacify myself, back then I used my mouth to explore the world.
Later, you became a napkin. 
Ok, I'll admit, a Kleenex oftentimes.
How I long for those days of simplicity!
Because now, and maybe for the rest of my days
You are just outerwear for my heart.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Al-Khalili Avatar
August 9, 2024 at 9:55 AM
I think we can all relate to this poem from some point in our lives, especially in childhood. Sad but true!
Werner Avatar
August 6, 2024 at 1:31 PM
very clever.
Agustin Avatar
August 3, 2024 at 10:43 PM
Thanks for sharing this... exposing your thoughts through your unique poetic style. Welcome to Poetry Soup. I welcome you with the love of the Lord, expressed by John 3:16 of the Bible, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life." Be blessed.
Croft Avatar
August 1, 2024 at 7:47 PM
Great view of how your sleeve catches your heart's sorrows! Welcome to poetrysoup
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