Envision a Mother’s
Sorrow*
The death of
a child
of any age
tosses a
mother’s universe
off its axis
Unfathomable
anguish
tears her
heart,
mind,
every
thing
Memories
languish, linger
in torment
Cozy new-baby
smell
Blushed-apple
cheeks,
Lilting laughter
Her hopes
and dreams
Infused his
air,
A cocoon
surrounding him
If she only
could have protected him now
Her
man-child,
her adult
boy
yet,
her babe.
*Inspired by the tragedies suffered by two mothers who are
dear to me
Oh my gosh, that is so sad. I have some friends who lost their babies right after birth.
ReplyDeleteI will hold your friends in my heart. Thanks for writing Danielle. xoA
ReplyDeleteLoved the ending, left me wondering if there was another level of lost baby/boy/child/man?
ReplyDeleteWhat a compliment! Thank you, Teresa; I'm glad you like it. xoA
DeleteOh Annis, this is touching and heartbreaking. I send hugs to the mothers who have suffered these losses.
ReplyDeleteThank you, Lena. I'm glad it touched you. xoA
DeleteIt doesn't matter when a baby is lost. The impact is unforgettable. The poem shows the wrenching of loss and the ache we parents feel when we cannot protect our children.
ReplyDeleteExactly the feeling I had in mind, Beth. Thanks for writing. xoA
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