The Loser

The Loser

A Poem by Jessie Shaw Thompson
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A wealthy dad talks about his new wife's ex-husband, while dropping off his child at his former wife's house

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He's such a loser
Daddy said. Pathetic. Just
A librarian. 

A real husband makes
Real money. Lots of money. 
Has a real career. 

It's his own fault 
If I can buy her nice things
If he can't keep her

     Mommy rolled her eyes
     Unbuckled me, took my bag
     Why are you early

I have to work, ok?! 
You don't understand how much
Pressure I'm under

I love you I sign
But daddy doesn't see me
He has work to do





© 2025 Jessie Shaw Thompson


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Added on April 19, 2025
Last Updated on April 19, 2025
Tags: family, divorce, librarians, children, careers, wealth
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Jessie Shaw Thompson
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I'm a freelance writer. I specialize in helping people write their own personal stories, family stories, historical family stories, and obituaries. I especially love providing a voice to those who ar.. more..

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