Lonely

Musings on most lonely points of my life

I was...lonely-
Lying in that bed
watching my mother and brother and sister sleep

I was...lonely-
Seeing the older kids
circling me

I was...lonely-
Watching the gothic kids
congregate

I was...lonely-
standing among the black kids
reciting poetry

I was...lonely-
Being in that house
stuck behind those walls
staring into darkness

I was...lonely-
Surrounded by the city
and it’s twinkling lights
only my baby for comfort

I was...lonely-
Without my baby
Drunken parties
Sleepless nights

I am...lonely-
Working constantly
Endless conversations

I am never alone but-
I am not alright

I am...lonely.

Author's Note

Grammatical and thought provoking criticism welcome.