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"Three Sides To Every Story"  Sponsored by: Silent One Written 11/30/2024

Three Sides To Every Story

"Parents forget relationship problems affect children involved, as they see and hear it through their own eyes." Quote by Poet 

Nesting in the kitchen table,
Moving my nervous feet around.
I am picking at my food, on the plate
Unstable, unable to eat.

While concealing the audible
waft through waving shadows.
My parents argue,"WE CANNOT AFFORD
And LIVING PAYCHECK TO PAYCHECK."

Voices quake, susurrating deep
In my mind and kernel frame
Making ripples spread
As hushed cries yield.

At the end they kiss and make up …
A blaze of pure warmth
Whilst it mingles off its
Charm, glowing, being in love.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2024

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Goldsmith Avatar
December 17, 2024 at 6:57 AM
Congratulations on your win. What a powerful write with a great picture/great quote. Have a Blessed Day with your wonderful win. Merry Christmas.........
One Avatar
December 16, 2024 at 11:36 AM
Great idea for the theme my sweet friend... Thank you for writing for my last contest on the soup and congratulations on your placement..
Jones Avatar
December 2, 2024 at 12:19 AM
What an engaging piece and so well written! I think many can relate to over hearing grown ups conversations in phrases. Great entry for the contest! Good luck!
Tor Avatar
November 30, 2024 at 4:17 PM
Love the quote Eve it really reflects your poem. I can relate to this very well, thank you for posting...
Mcintosh Avatar
November 30, 2024 at 5:02 AM
Wonderful write. I so remember the fights my parents had, too... sometimes, I felt so alone during those fights, as if the battle were going to last forever. Children are the hearts who carry the worst of those memories. Love this write. Such a challenge and one you've boldly explored. Love to you and blessings too. Gina
Buhagiar Avatar
November 30, 2024 at 3:00 AM
Your quote is excellent. Families should be aware to keep the peace. Hugs.
Edmonds  Avatar
November 30, 2024 at 2:08 AM
Very moving Eve, parents may kiss and make up, but that doesn’t take the damage done to their child away… Beryl
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