The Shell of Her

Who are you?
The woman I should call mom,
Its a burden to my life 
That your mind is never home.

Years of inconsistency 
Have left me wondering why,
Did you even want this title 
Or was it error that brought me life?

The small memories I do have 
Keep my mind at minimal peace,
To know there is a fraction of you 
That once was a dream.

I miss the ideas of having you near 
Besides the empty shell, 
To live your life in distance 
Is something you do well.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2015

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