Hearts Don't Litter

A late mother's day post. Happy Mother's day, ma.

Somewhere, lost
In the madness of the day
You'll find me, gathering
Windswept thoughts of you
Stuffing them down
In an already too full bag
Taking with me what I can

Author's Note

I was a bit resentful this past Mother's day... I hope that she and the universe accepts this as an apology.

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

Even though I'm a mum and a grandmum, Mother's day this year left me with mixed feelings, having lost my own mum in February. For all those who celebrate the day, there are some who won't for a multitude of reasons. My bag too, is overflowing with memories. A touching poem Delmar and one I understand.

Chris

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

That is a heavy bag to carry... you have my condolences for your loss. As always, your visit and review are deeply appreciated.

[Kelly Scheppers]

As a mother myself, I found this so evocative and beautiful, Travis. I'm sure your Mom would too!

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you... given my thoughts just before writing this, I truly hope she would.

[Brad Dehler]

My part of the universe accepts this as an apology. Beautiful. It is forlorn but also positive. Its that frustration about the limits of our humanity and the limits of this earth. This is not the end all be all. But this is what we have right now. I really like this. You capture the feeling of wanting to retain all importance...

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

"The limits of our humanity and the limits of this earth," are indeed, frustrating. Hopefully, our words do somehow echo beyond it all. Thank you for your sincere thoughts.

[Ken e Bujold]

in 7 short lines a powerful punch delivered. so much conveyed: the weariness of day to day weariness of getting on with life, the depth of memories, a son's love for mother, the hint of regret for not being exactly what she dreamed. Poetry, when it works should leave as many unanswered questions in a readers mind as the ones it answers. Your poem certainly meets that criteria. My first read of yours Travis but I certainly will be visiting again.

ken

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you for offering a different perspective on the tone of this piece. While my mother was very proud of the man I have become, we did have a rough period during my teenage years... maybe that underlying found it's way between the lines. I appreciate the honest approach, and I am beyond grateful.

[Quietstorm]

Short write, yet filled with so much meaning.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you... your visit is greatly appreciated.

[Quietstorm]

Yw and it's been a delight reading your work

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you... I'm beyond humbled.

[Quietstorm]

You're welcome

[Dara]

Mother’s Day can be a challenge for those of us who have lost a mother, whether physically or figuratively. Mine passed away a year ago from Covid. I can sense your struggle to come to terms with your emotions here and sympathize. I especially like your phrase “You’ll find me gathering windswept thoughts of you” Your words are from the heart and so poetic. Simply loved it.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you so much... and my condolences for your loss. I wish I could say it gets easier with time.

[Dara]

There is nothing like a mother’s love. I dreamt about mine just last night. It was really wonderful though because I remember giving her the biggest hug. I like to think their spirits visit us in our sleep. I hope you have a very blessed day. Take care!

[lightsong]

When they said the simplicity of words are the most effective, they weren't wrong. this is but a wonderful example. sincere and written from your own heart with your own personal style. the universe and your mom are all smiling because of it, she knows You are always here for her and she knows that You love her as she loves You ❤️

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you, no words can express the affect of your comment.

[lightsong]

You are warmly welcome my friend :>

[NoreChronicles]

Greetings King.
In life we have to take all of the gems the good and the bad ones and find the lustre 💎 💎 💎 which it is plain to see you have😇😇😇.
Your Mother is shining down on you and proud. Keep the faith King🙌🏾🤴🏾🙌🏾

Thank you for sharing💝💖💝

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Will do... and thank you for the reminder. Your visit and sincere review are appreciated.

[Yellow Butterfly]

This is unapologetically beautiful…your Mother will be smiling down on you right now.

Thank you for sharing

YB

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

I like to think that, thank you.

[Einstein Noodle]

every day can fill us with memories .. that bag can certainly get pretty full. Our one day to honor our mother's is not nearly enough for some; for others it is too much. life can seem like just one obstacle after another .. it seems to make and break us ... not one or the other. for me this is a very thought provoking poem that in reading inspires me to gratitude for my bag full of memories for her, me Ma .. who was like many .... the sweetest lady on Earth ;)
E.
ps. your confession of some resentment ... i can relate to .. i am a single Da who raised our four children from their very young ages when their Ma died ... at the age of 30yrs. .. Mother's Day celebrated in our Church was not easy for me for many years after .. as Mothers were asked to stand .. all I could think of was how our children did not have theirs anymore .. it just didn't seem right to me .. hope all is well for you Travis .. thanks for sharing your poetry ... right here at the Cafe'
E.

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

Thank you for such a courageous comment. We each deal with loss in our own way, but you seem to have definitely faced it bravely, dear friend. My heart goes out to you and yours. This is when our work means the most, thank you.

[Robert Haigh]

Those thoughts and memories are precious. We have to take them with us, wherever er go. Nicely expressed!

[Travis Gibson (poetic heroics)]

That we do... I am grateful for your visit and review, thank you.