You ask about loss

Cherry

By Parson Thru

Mon, 15 Oct 2018
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You ask about getting over loss
I answer that you don’t get over it
You get used to it

Like the empty feeling
The tension and the weariness
Being slightly out of sorts

Watching carefree others
Wondering why you’re not the same
That seriousness they notice

Those mild headaches
Persistent ones that never budge
The tightness in your throat

The little things
Like wandering places on your own
A little lost

Not remembering how it was before

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Comments

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

You've caught, noticed so much there, so clearly expressed to comprehend. I take it this is personal, and evokes empathy, sympathy. I've noticed you have not been around awhile. Rhiannon

 

Submitted by Parson Thru on

Hi Rhiannon.

Thanks for noticing. Restores a bit of faith in humanity. No recent traumas, thanks. I was thinking of someone who's found themself in a similar position to one I was in 26 years ago (so long?). I suppose it reflects on one facet of what it is to lose youth and become older. Contributing factor. An ongoing process really, but some shocks arrive early.

I've been taking a bit of time out. Taking the pressure/necessity off. Lots of distractions, including making ends meet. Less free time. I had a "no show" with a class today, so let my mind run. I've been playing around with haiku, or something derivative. Filling empty notebooks.

Hope all is good with you, Rhiannon, and no ill-effects from the storm.

Parson Thru

Submitted by Rhiannonw on

No, we're glad the strong winds and torrential rain has passed, but only one tree down in the town I think, and no-one hurt. I expect the rivers out of Wales will be very full for some time! Rhiannon

 

Submitted by skinner_jennifer on

The pain of loosing someone can be devastating. You express those feelings so well here. We have so much to give our loved ones in life that when we loose them it's very hard to start all over again, especially as we age.

I'm glad you touched on this subject.

Jenny.

 

Submitted by Insertponceyfre... on

Well we're definitely the winners from your no-show (hope you still got paid!). Very nice to see your name again and yes, something we can all recognise, and beautifully (and fuss-free) expressed. thank you

 

Submitted by Parson Thru on

Thanks insert. This one, yes. Depends how much notice students give. Thanks for the kind words and for the cherries.

Parson Thru

Submitted by airyfairy on

As others have said, beautifully and simply expressed.  As others have also said, good to see you posting again!  

Submitted by Denzella on

Hello Kevin,

This poem is so well expressed it will resonate with so many.  My trouble is I do remember how it was before so that emptiness of which you speak is always there.  A void that can never be filled.  Congratulations on the well -deserved cherries.

Moya x