The Edge of Loneliness

marginalized
again
just a widow
whose family is grown
no longer a central figure
overlooked
forgotten

until something
is expected from me
then parameters shift
I am needed, anticipated
counted on for help
until that window in time
passes

then
marginalized
once more
prioritized
off the grid
of life

~
is it any wonder
I gravitate
to the one who supports me
appreciates me
listens
with his heart
Copyright © | Year Posted 2022

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M  Avatar
January 9, 2022 at 7:12 AM
A totally honest and very touching poem Susan…..just lovely Debx
Szoke Avatar
January 10, 2022 at 11:30 AM
Thanks so much, I appreciate your read and comment.
Seeker Avatar
January 9, 2022 at 2:15 AM
An amazingly authentic write, depicting stark truth unabashedly. A fave
Ahmed Avatar
January 9, 2022 at 12:55 AM
Oh! The fate of a Widow! Heart wrenching poetry! Beautifully written! Thanks - Marshall
Szoke Avatar
January 10, 2022 at 11:55 AM
So kind of you! Thank you for visiting!
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