Doors are slamming,

each stark reminder

could I have waited too long?

Mom’s off, again

The numbers are weighing in

and nothing makes any sense

before the clock hits ten

When did Tuesday become my ex boyfriend?

Qualifications are looming overhead in bold,

while outside

there are flowers blooming

in our front yard.

Their precious roots are taking hold.

I don’t know why,

I am never satisfied.

These questions wrestle with my

unconscious and waking mind.

I’m unraveling

all the while,

spring flowers bloom

wild and sublime

Why can’t I?

Why can’t I smell them, anymore?

Life moves onward too fast,

while I’m left on blast

by a person who never knew me

and has no want to.

Doors are slamming shut;

she’s back to looking for an out.

I couldn’t save her

but I tried to.

These horrendous thoughts keep me

awake all the night through.

I’d love to say I love you

but it won’t reach you

Your ears died along with you

Flowers are blooming,

while I’ve violent thoughts

shuffling in the silverware drawer.

I am a blubbering mess,

as you’re holding my hand,

trying to map out what is left,

of the choices I haven’t made, yet.

Meanwhile, in my front yard,

flowers are blooming

and giving life

When will it be my turn?

18 responses to “Like Flowers”

  1. Woodsy Avatar
    Woodsy

    If not for you, my friend…

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    1. BrittnyLee Avatar
      BrittnyLee

      Thank you 😊 if not for you, trust me ❤️

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  2. Christopher Marcus Avatar
    Christopher Marcus

    Is it allowed to say “awesome” about a poem?!😀

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    1. BrittnyLee Avatar
      BrittnyLee

      Thank you so much Christopher!! How are you???

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      1. Christopher Marcus Avatar
        Christopher Marcus

        Tired lol. But I’m afraid it comes with the territory. 😌

        I’ll be rereading this. The “ex-boyfriend Thursday” is a fantastic image!😀

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      2. BrittnyLee Avatar
        BrittnyLee

        I hear that 😅 I am tired way too much . It’s annoying !!!! Being a parent warrants being tired so you have an excuse at least !! Mine is my fibromyalgia!!! It’s should be called ridiculousmyalgia or bullshitmyalgia . It’s been flaring up and wreaking havoc!!! Have to laugh honestly . I’m glad you enjoyed that bit ! It just felt right . I know you know what I mean with that. My friend John is very similar with that just “getting it”without explanation. Thank you so much !!! I’ll be reading your piece today . I apologize it takes me so long to do anything with work . I love your blog so I know I’ll enjoy this story .

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      3. Christopher Marcus Avatar
        Christopher Marcus

        Heard about fibromyalgia and that is hard, ouch. My best thoughts to you. And thanks for the reply – it made me glad to read, despite the somber topic. Your body may be against you but your heart and mind are on fire. I’ll be looking forward to the next poem!

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      4. BrittnyLee Avatar
        BrittnyLee

        Thank you 😊 🙏 This community and all the friends I have made on here has been my godsend when anything gets tough. The connection is so beautiful with all of you fellow writers . I love it so much. I love you guys 💖 More is coming soon ! It’s nice getting to write more as the weather is nicer and I’m getting out more for sure !! I read your Emma piece just now . I absolutely love it. Those kids were rotten to her. That’s how they are when they bully. You expressed that perfectly. I felt bad for Emma’s mom, too and the principal. They want to help but it’s so hard to explain to a child when the child is being wronged and doesn’t understand how they need to “try”. I completely get that.

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      5. Christopher Marcus Avatar
        Christopher Marcus

        Hey, thanks for that!. the story also had some special resonance for me because I was being bullied in school. many years ago, true. But There’s still this lingering hurt in the recess of my mind. I’m not the only one am I?

        anyway I totally agree with you about community. For many years, I wasn’t really dedicated to blogging, but always felt the pull to do more about it because I sensed the community was more profound than what you find on, say, Facebook. It’s hard to explain. But it appears we agree! 🙂

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      6. BrittnyLee Avatar
        BrittnyLee

        It truly is !!! Facebook seems like people only brag anymore ( not everyone) but you get it… On here, people actually talk, like real talk. It’s comforting for sure and enjoyable. I’m on here way more than I’m on facebook for sure.

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  3. Warren Richards Avatar
    Warren Richards

    A lovely piece! 👍🏾

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    1. BrittnyLee Avatar
      BrittnyLee

      Thanks, Warren!!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

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      1. Warren Richards Avatar
        Warren Richards

        You’re welcome

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  4. WanderingCanadians Avatar
    WanderingCanadians

    A lot of meaning and emotion in this poem. It’s a dark place where we’ve all been sometimes. Life can be so beautiful, but it can also be cruel. Hope you’re doing well.

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    1. BrittnyLee Avatar
      BrittnyLee

      Your comments are so thoughtful and intuitive. You’re an incredible person. You know that ? Thank you, Linda 😊☺️ I am doing very well. Thank you !! I have just been busy with the little ones at work and paperwork ! It’s crazy 🤣. I hope you are well, too. I will be visiting your side of things soon ☺️😊

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      1. WanderingCanadians Avatar
        WanderingCanadians

        You are too kind. Glad to hear that you’re doing well. That’s exciting that you’ll be travelling to Canada soon. Where are you planning on going? It would be nice to meet up sometime!

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      2. BrittnyLee Avatar
        BrittnyLee

        We’re hoping to visit, again in October 🤗😊 life permitting !!! Yes !! If we can go and you are not traveling, I would love to meet up 😊. I could imagine all of the fun conversations we would have about places we’ve gone and want to go to !!! I enjoy our chatting on here so much

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      3. WanderingCanadians Avatar
        WanderingCanadians

        Fun! The fall is always a wonderful time to visit as the days are more comfortable and the display of fall colours is outstanding. We’re hoping to do some travelling later in the fall, around the end of September and beginning of October, but we haven’t booked anything yet. Keep me posted on your plans!

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