thoughts upon waiting for the occupational therapist

ah, it ain't quirky it's ugly, unpolished, like I feel

thoughts upon waiting for the occupational therapist.

my kitchen table --
the place I cherished,
where warm meals
and hearty laughs
of my children
made me smile.

the  place I
once cleared away
the dishes,
so we could have
a little afternoon delight --

Now, is the sight
of carnage.

A place to rehash
to insurance agents,
lawyers,
and occupational therapists,
the sordid details
of our untimely meeting.

Pain and suffering.

The losses grow
as time ticks by,
and I can see the
dust bunnies,
but can't clear
them away
with the bones grinding
against the broom,

So instead I just
look at them
listlessly,
as I recount
the thing
that morphed my
kitchen table
into a foldout folio
of unhappy memories.

Author's Note

Reviews

[Relic]

The words don't have to be pretty or accurate. Its a dirty mess and dirty an unpolished it should be. IMHO.

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks so much. I was literally staring at the dust bunnies as I wrote it.:)

[Coyote Poetry]

I enjoyed the poem. Took me to honest places and thoughts.So instead I just
"look at them
listlessly,
as I recount
the thing
that morphed my
kitchen table
into a foldout folio
of unhappy memories."
I understand the above lines. I believe we must save some good places and things too. Thank you for sharing the excellent poetry.
Coyote

[Lyn Anderson]

That means a lot, thank you, as always, when the honest and straight forward poet sees the value of my lines, I am truly happy.

[Coyote Poetry]

I liked this kind of poetry. Told the truth and you are welcome dear friend.

[highonwords]

the first two stanzas you could write better, with more finesse and bite to it - but the rest of the poem hits the spot, perfectly, could be one of your best

my best,
steph

[Lyn Anderson]

I may, someday. The truth is, this one is too fresh to have fresh perspective on it. This is a drama folding out in real time, and chronicles my struggles, so for now it must remain unpolished.:)

[highonwords]

i see, can't wait to read the revised version of this

[Ruth]

Brilliant unfolding here...palpable...the warm and once comforting feature of home tainted...saddening and I could feel the heaviness throughout...

[Lyn Anderson]

Thank you, I am glad this one made sense to people other than me.

[Pryde Foltz]

A great write here, KL. There is a lot to be said about the ability to tell a story with a picture of words.

[Lyn Anderson]

Thank you. I am surprised that this one is connecting.

[Pryde Foltz]

I think most get here at some point:)

[Lydia Shutter]

Unpolished, honest, and raw. Unhappy memories are hard to erase, but through time they do fade to an unrecognizable haze. The emotional pain is palpable in this one. Lydi**

[Lyn Anderson]

Thank you, as always.:)

[redzone]

quirky, unpolished, and I like it!! but not how you are feeling... sorry KL
Jacob is spot on about that line too...

redzone

[Lyn Anderson]

Thanks a lot. I appreciate it.

[jacob erin-cilberto]

"a fold out folio of unhappy memories" i wish i had written that...

have gone through this more than once...i understand the sentiment deeply.

j.

[Lyn Anderson]

I take that as a huge compliment. Thank you for taking the time to read and review today.

[V]

This is a really well-written and well expressed piece of writing. Your thoughts transformed into matching words that create a great scene. I absolutely enjoyed reading even though it is a not enjoyable topic at all.

[Lyn Anderson]

I am encouraged. Thank you for your perspective.

[V]

You're welcome.