Acid Rain
I frown
You dance
A pirouette of avoidance
Fear strikes your face
I distance myself
You drive in to kill
It is uncomfortable isn’t it
Acid rain on your playground
Care to see truth?
It is thick in my mouth
I spit it out, burning
You squeal and retreat
Make the pain disappear
Let the illusion be truth
Your children are perfect
They protect you from guilt
I frown
You dance
A pirouette of panic
You want me to fix it
I am a child no longer
Pain is part of life
Display it, confront it
Appeal to it for strength
But you, mother, hide
You smile instead of cry
You wish for me to help you
Avoid the discomfort, the shame
But I have a right to feelings
I heed the need to weep
I hear the breaking heart
When it cracks inside my chest
I frown
You dance
The sky clouds over with grey
You scowl at me for being selfish
I let it rain… and rain… and rain…
RRG © 9.3.19
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I find family relationships the most confusing...we are assigned our place within the structure from birth and no matter how much we age change or grow, we cannot seem to shed these selves. I am from a big family and I can feel resentment, envy or anger at any one of them whilst supporting, protecting and loving them enormously at the same time. A guilt ridden and emotional rollercoaster which most of us ride every day. Excellent work ?
Thank you Marion. I agree. Recently, while dealing with a family crisis, I realized that no matter how much I think I've distanced myself from the toxicity of my family, things rarely change and roles revert the minute we come together. It always brings up old habits, memories, and grudges. Such a wealth of creative gravy, though it is difficult to discuss. Thank you for sharing with me and for reading. Blessings. <3Â
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I get it...truly, I am one of 6 siblings...I hear you!! ???