Watch and Wait

Stillness seeds this cell
of death-borne illness,
underscores the needs 
of one who cannot
function by himself.

Bedsheets icy white, 
blooming flowers 
in bright profusion
litter uselessly.

Monitors wink, blink 
their indifference; 
scant recognition,
little consolation for
a father and his 
sorrow-stricken son.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2012

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Collins Avatar
June 18, 2012 at 7:37 AM
Dear Keith - Your descriptive talents building up to the father and son, one numb one bereft, leave me in utter silence. There is nothing like the sounds of that horrible beeping. love, Kathy
Andresen Avatar
June 17, 2012 at 12:23 PM
A very well done poem, but soooo sad...sorrowful moments....but never give up. - oxox hugs Anne-Lise
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June 16, 2012 at 11:30 AM
Great poem!And you are a great poet!
Palmer Avatar
June 16, 2012 at 7:12 AM
sad so sad,my co worker daughter died yesterday from cancer she was only 16, I went to look for her in the hospital,your poem brings back so much memories,a mother and her sorrow...
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June 16, 2012 at 7:06 AM
Patience is a virtue our Father does say! Peace be with you.
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