I heard them cry
But still I moved not
For I felt such a weight on my self
Inflicting immobility upon my being
I wished I could die and escape what lay ahead
I hear their cry
And still I ignored their innocent tears
The pain was ceaseless and numbing
Visions kept playing before me
Results of succumbing to defeat and humiliation
I heard nothing for a brief moment
Before ear shattering wails erupted
Their nightmares are over once they awaken
Mine remain faithful at my side
In waking hours all through troubled sleep
At last I move toward their side
And hum old lullabies patting them back to slumber
Whispering I am here and I love you
Their relaxed gentle breathing reassures me
I am needed here my work is not done
My previous melancholic contemplations
Are forced to take a backseat
I am reminded to view the platter before me
Nudged into making decisions and taking direction
Unresolved matters still require my attention … and so I stay
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