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She Sits On The Outer Looking In

She sits on the outer looking in As the party is in full swing Another family gathering With all the happiness and laughter it brings Her family….children and grandchildren Her reason since their birth Nurturing, worrying and loving them Her purpose on this earth She reflects back on their younger years The days of prams, parks and play Of afternoon naps and cuddles Forever sharing their days Always being needed The apple of their eyes Knowing their lives entirely There to comfort their cries Adults and teenagers now The years have brought changes No longer knowing them as she did Absent are the daily exchanges Without question their love for her has not altered Yet the circle of life forever turns She sits on the outer looking in A stifled tear falls as her heart yearns

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Joseph May

Date: 4/22/2024 4:27:00 PM

Sweet reflections turn to melancholy yearning, Very nicely penned Deb

Deb M
Date: 4/23/2024 5:44:00 AM

Thanks so much Joseph! Debx

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 4/19/2024 4:47:00 PM

ooooh! Such poignancy in her words. No doubt your children still love you and you, them. Yet the dynamic changes as everyone gets older. I can understand those feelings and can relate to those stifled tears. hugs, Sara

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:19:00 AM

This is your second comment Sara hehe!! I thank you twice my friend!! Debx

Darrell Rose

Date: 4/7/2024 2:52:00 AM

Ouch....

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 12:41:00 AM

Ouch indeed Darrell !! Debx

Mike Gentile

Date: 4/3/2024 10:45:00 AM

Deb, so bittersweet and beautiful are your lines! So very true and so often, a part of life that mot experience. You have crafted a poignant and lovely poetic portrait! Happy Wednesday xxoo

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:41:00 AM

Thankyou dear Mike….yes its obvious its something a lot of people experience in life…. good to share! I always value your thoughts my friend! Debx

Gregory Colodub

Date: 3/26/2024 6:40:00 AM

Its very rarely mentioned, how vulnerable souls feel lonely at the noisy parties, or anywhere in the crowd. Very deep and sublime poem, Deb! Thank you

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:43:00 AM

Hi Gregory….thankyou for your kind words. It seems to be something so many can relate too. Ageing comes with its pro’s and cons thats for sure! Deb x

Panagiota Romios

Date: 3/23/2024 10:15:00 PM

This is says so much about our society. And my blunt terms plainly and openly is. It Sucks. In our family ,you take care of the elderly till they die you don’t move across country and leave your parents somewhere to die. I think that sucks ..we’re too busy, writing poetry and making comments .They are too old and too hard to take care of! When my family moves to Tennessee. I will be going with them and living with them until I die..all us will be family grandchildren dogs,cars, pangie xoxo

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:35:00 AM

Hi Pangie….Thank-you for your very passionate reply. Unfortunately, there are times as we age we feel on the outer looking in. A lot of lonely overlooked older people out there! Thankyou dear Pangie! Debx

Ink Empress

Date: 3/23/2024 1:20:00 PM

Gosh i can imagine me being in that state of mind in many years as today too, i reminisce and think of all the changes and how time just flies, makes my heart heavy, with memories so deep, i felt the depth of this poem and youv delivered it in a very soulful manner as always, on that would resonate with many, for so many can feel what youv conveyed, i love it! Its a fave for me . Pleasure always reading your work. Sending you light always

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:31:00 AM

A fave from you sweet Ink is very impressive and special so l thankyou kindly sweet girl! Debx

Bill Baker

Date: 3/22/2024 6:12:00 PM

A very hard poem to read, knowing the truth within its lines, Deb. My biggest challenge is dealing with loneliness and isolation as I age. I was always so active and involved in everything, now it's all online or nothing. It's sad and heartbreaking at times. Makes a person wonder what the purpose of living on is. Blessings to you, my dear precious friend. Big hugs, Bill

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:29:00 AM

I know Bill ageing isn't always kind and comes with its issues, loneliness, fear and disappointments etc but it is also beautiful with its wisdom, clarity and appreciation. Thankyou my dearest lovely Bill Baker….Debx

Joe Dimino

Date: 3/21/2024 10:56:00 AM

It seems, somehow, we can make do with reductions in most everything -- juggle the budget, rearrange time...but love distanced, separated, is devastating to heart and soul. Very well phrased poem. Add my tear to the pot. Blessings my friend.

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:26:00 AM

Hi Joe….thankyou for your kind words….l love that “Add my tear to the pot” so sweet….Debx

Gershon Wolf

Date: 3/20/2024 9:20:00 PM

Kids grow, we groan... adjustments are made, as difficult as they may be... As the world turns and turns and returns. ~ gw

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:17:00 AM

The cycle of life sucks at times BB….Haha!! Debx

Victor Buhagiar

Date: 3/20/2024 9:34:00 AM

I read about how large America is and how often our children depart to a far-off land. Yet we still need their cuddles. Lovely poem. I am getting too few reads and have almost given poetry up. Forgotten me?

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:25:00 AM

Victor l never forget you but life outside Soup goes on and gets very busy at times! Always a cuddle for you….Debx

Beryl Edmonds

Date: 3/20/2024 3:17:00 AM

A wonderful write Deb, sadly it is how it is, life moves on though pain it inflicts. Nothing can steal the love one has for their mother or grandmother, it’s there in heart for ever and ever… Beryl

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:24:00 AM

So Very true Belle….but as we age there are times we are not always seen….cycle of life l know! Ha….thankyou sweet Belle! Debx

Daniel Henry Rodgers

Date: 3/19/2024 8:15:00 PM

Dear Deb, you have captured the bittersweet emotions of a mother watching her family grow and change. I love the imagery of love, nurturing, and longing is deeply moving, resonating with anyone who has experienced the passage of time within a family. Your wonderful artistic words beautifully convey the eternal bond between a mother and her children, while also acknowledging the inevitable shifts and transitions that come with life's journey. Deb, what a heartfelt reflection on the complexities of love and the enduring presence of family ties. A FAV - Blessings, Daniel

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:22:00 AM

Another Fav and from you Daniel….very special indeed my friend! Thankyou….De bx

Michael Tor

Date: 3/19/2024 8:00:00 PM

Deb this is no doubt a Favorite and such a true heartfelt piece for many. It had me in tears for all the thoughts I could relate in your words. Definitely POTD quality. So in depth into what many experience when the children grow up and leave the nest or even friends for that matter. I am so glad I stopped by to read this Heart touching piece by you. Your love and kindness you have inside you can only bring out such great work such as this. God bless you and a big hug...

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:21:00 AM

A favourite oh thats lovely Michael….favs are such so special to me! Im so glad you liked it….it means a lot my friend! Debx

Sara Etgen-Baker

Date: 3/19/2024 5:12:00 PM

what a poignant and emotional poem, Deb. I was a bit teary eyed as I finished the last line. Your words are true for me as well. I enjoyed your introspection and perspective. Sending you a hug, Sara

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:18:00 AM

Thankyou sweet Sara ….it is true for so many unfortunately….Debx

Peter Dome

Date: 3/19/2024 5:10:00 PM

Wow Deb this is deep and so emotional. I have always felt I was on the outside looking in. Sadly your words are true for so many. Thank you, heartfelt best wishes, Pete. A favourite was added to my list.

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:16:00 AM

Hi Pete, A fav is very special so l truly appreciate that….you're right is seems to be true for many sadly! Thanks….Debx

Hilda Greenhough

Date: 3/19/2024 5:00:00 PM

Kids. Put that lady on a fabulous cruise. I enjoy this poem. And await my cruise.

Deb M
Date: 4/22/2024 4:13:00 AM

Thanks Hilda! Debx

Malabika Ray Choudhury

Date: 3/19/2024 4:23:00 PM

Really beautiful, touching poem, Dear Deb. Enjoyed the poignant emotions and thoughts expressed in rhymes. Best wishes ~