No One Notices II

​No one notices.

The part of the heart that dies with an unborn child. 

It stops beating, yet no one notices because the other three-quarters of the heart keep beating in full swing. 

You are expected to laugh, mingle, work, and everything in between. All because you did not give birth [yet]. Therefore, you do not know about the 'real' pain of being a mother. 

But what of that little part of the heart you made a grave of within yourself? 

No one speaks about it, and it's most often shoved under the carpet. 

Like an ugly truth that can expose the world's hypocrisies. ..

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

I have never forgotten what I once lost many moons ago in the early stages. This poem touches me to the core. I understand that pain only too well and yet no one spoke about it at the time. Yes, there is a graveyard in the heart and there always will be. I am so sorry for your loss Yumna if this post is personal to you.

Chris

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Thank you for the kind words, Chris. Unfortunately, yes, it is personal.

[Chris Shaw]

I am so sorry Yumna. Take extra care of yourself in your grief 💐❤️

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Trying to...thanks once again, Chris.

[willweb]

So much that is kept inside and painted with a happy brush that no one realizes is constant pain and anguish, no matter how happy and cheerful someone may seem. Sadly but beautifully written.

[Dr. YumnaKay]

It is exactly that way. Thank you for reading and reviewing, willweb. Appreciated.

[Crowley]

I can empathize, respect, and do my best to understand. But, I'm afraid my talking directly to the point would be akin to mansplaining something of which I can never truly experience. this is a desperate, loving, bitter, consuming and so many other feelings rolled into a tight little sphere that I am sure settles in the pit of the stomach before it can rise to the level of the heart. emotional piece, it's good to see you luv!!

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Thank you for dropping in, Crowley. Nice to see you around, too.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are right my dear friend. Hard topic to discuss. I know many women, who celebrate children. Who died at birth or too quickly. I was glad to read your work today. Happy New year.
Coyote

[Dr. YumnaKay]

Thank you for the review and your words, John. Much appreciated.

[Coyote Poetry]

You are welcome my dear friend.