Conquering wasn’t the plan.
as plain as it sounds,
I wanted to belong
be along side,
your missing link
searched for
found
and shown
where I was needed.
Sustainable, desired
an intricate detail,
in view
precious,
in the forever story.
One shouldn’t go
where one isn’t
planned for,
intended
or thought of
***
What I Would Have Shown You
Oldest Daughter & Red Headed Sister 
ANOTHER ANOTHER
Reaching out for …
… no response
Left in limbo
Hung out to dry
Fed on assumptions
Clutching at straws
Mighty thin gruel
Sans nourishment
The best? … Insufficient
While not at all sure of
Understanding the rules
(A longstanding habit)
A kindly silver lining
When the smoke clears
When the pain has dulled
A poem lurking in there
~~~~~ ~ ~~~~~
I don’t think I’ve shared this with you before, but if this is a duplicate then I apologise. I seems an appropriate response/comment. Writing these experiences out can be healing. 💜💜
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It is an appropriate response, and I’m no stranger to the need of reminding. Beat over the head comes to mind.
I really appreciate your poetry, Ben.
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I hope it is of some comfort. 🙂
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Your poetry is comforting and many times a perfect distraction.
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Glad to hear that is helpful. 🙂
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I’ve gone where I didn’t belong, but I didn’t often stay. Then again, there’s my career…
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Smiles. Thanks, Dan
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Maybe conquering wasn’t the plan but sharing is? You have much to offer and should be appreciated for your gifts.
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I do have so much to offer. I believe it wholeheartedly. It’s very hard to be patient with my future, but doing so allows for me to enjoy moments coming my way. Thank you for reminding me.
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Poetess, methinks you’re selling yourself short by merely wanting to be “along side,” someone’s “missing link.” I wish you could see yourself as those of us who appreciate you do!!
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It’s an enormous thought to consider being someone’s everything. I guess just being allowed to be a part of something seems easier to accept conditions to.
I so appreciate the love I feel here. ♡ Thank you
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Sometimes one should go where not intended or thought of. Keeps ’em guessing
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A valid point, Butch.
Images of shocked faces currently overwhelming me. Giggles.
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Like the last person, anyone would expect. I’ve done that. so much fun. Even had one come up and whisper, “You got a lot of cojones being here.”
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Truly, we would have the most fun together, Butch. Giggles. Love that fierceness you have inside. Adore it.
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Have spent many an hour in time outs.
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*giggles* I love the idea of you having to do so, John.
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