THE MIDDLE

being in the middle....

 

I am in the middle

of a Prussian blue sea

I am in the midst of

my climb up an oak tree

 

I am in the middle of a book

whose name might put me to shame

I am midway between

my first and last name

 

I am centered between

the sun and the sand

my skin is burned

I wear a Cadmium red headband

 

I am midmost within

the moon and my shadow

similar to a ghost

I choose to follow

 

I am halfway in thick, tall grass

no one spies on me

naught to report to

that affords me the key to be free

 

I am a middle child

naught attention do I earn

my wish is that my siblings are on some planets

thankfully that kills my nagging heartburn

 

 

 

 

Author's Note

dedicated to all middle kids!

Reviews

[Carlos Lorenzo Estrada]

As a middle child I adore this piece of poetry. Thank you, B. For always sharing your art with us.

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you dear Carlos, well. I guess you can understand my dilemma, but now that I'm an "ancient" I get along with each one!!!
Best to you, B

[Aura]

Aw this is so sweet! It's depicted in the movies and novels that middle kids do not receive enough attention from their parents and often are forgotten. I have no idea if this is true, but your poem was so nicely crafted!My favourite line is " I am centered between the sun and the sand" Makes me think of nice crystal water, it's the only thing I could think of that was in the middle of the sun and sand... but let me tell you, no one's forgets that crystal water :) Thanks for sharing!

[Betty Hermelee]

Thank you Aura for you thoughtful review.
Best, B

[Aura]

The pleasure is all mine :)