In silence, the burden is carried,
The burden of her life,
The burden of absence,
Absence of her loved ones,
Emotional weight from her past.
Every time the sun rises
The burden brings her ageing,
Heavier weight,
More absences,
Shorter life!
©Belita
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your poem expresses sympathy and understanding not many people want to feel...excellent writing and photo!
ReplyDeleteyou have cut to the heart of her burden... well done...
ReplyDeleteIf only there were a book written telling us how to NOT allow our burdens to suppress the joys in life!! How true your words are for so many...wonderful write, Belita!
ReplyDeleteforgot my link: http://myboomerplace.com/blog/view/id_41149/title_Creative-Challenge-#223"His-Burden"/
ReplyDeleteBurdens definitely weigh us down. Good write!!
ReplyDeleteExcellent photo composition - our burdens get heavier and larger with the years sometimes
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A sad story..told in a very artistic way..
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately we all have had to deal with them one way or another, and no doubt haven't finished yet.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful photo, an oh so true story.
great photo and write!
ReplyDeleteThis is a very touching piece. Well done.
ReplyDeleteYou understand so very well...Beautiful combo of picture and words
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An excellent write, Belita!!
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