One tear because it can’t stay in any longer.
The second tear is for feeling weak.
Shoulders are slumped in a sign of defeat.
As number three slides it’s about losing face.
When that fourth tear comes out, there’s this fear of lost faith.
By the fifth, I am sobbing and it’s just salty to taste.
Number six is for all the hope that’s been lost,
No matter what I do, there’s always a cost.
Now I’m frustrated and angry and out of control!
With the seventh and eighth tears, everything’s taking it’s toll!
The ninth tear is just for blowing off steam,
But as that tenth one falls down,
“No more !!” -I say with a gleam.
I wipe my face roughly on a piece of my sleeve,
Take in a deep breath and just try to breathe.
Ten tears isn’t much for a woman like me.
However,
It is ALL I will spare,
I won’t let anything break me.
Nope, we’re not going there.
I’m going to hold my head high,
You will never see more then those ten tears in my eyes.
For I am strongest,
When I’m feeling this way,
Because my parents taught me:
“Stand tall. We all have those days!”
-Written by Irene
(Copyright@TheyOnceCalledHerPumpkin)
**Dedicated to my mom and dad who have always supported me through my tough times-no matter what. XoXo
**This was written after a day spent advocating for Mental Health, inspired by today’s Daily Word Prompt: Ten**
Such an honest, well written poem from the heart, Irene!!! Thank You for sharing your inner most thoughts and feelings ~ touched me on so many levels.
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Thank You for letting me know you enjoyed in Jo-Anne. It was honestly one of those things that just went from my mind to the keyboard, I didn’t even realize what I was creating until it was almost done. I don’t usually write poetry, but this felt like it had to come out. 🙂
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If I were you I’d submit this to a poetry journal. I am almost certain it would be in contention for publication. xo
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Thanks Sarah! I will take that as a huge compliment! 🙂
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Irene, truly your writing is a gift and what an honest way of expressing yourself. Refreshing really. Blessings to you as you journey on!
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Thank you so much Lynn! Hopefully one day I will no longer be a ‘housewife with a habit’ but will have something published for more of the world to see. 🙂
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I LOVED THIS!!!! BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY. EXCEPT, PERHAPS, FOR TEN WELL-WARRANTED TEARS.
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Thank You Susan! I am so glad you loved it! Thank you for letting me know! 🙂
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Wow! I love this post because it is so real. I know, I have had low moments like this, mainly when i was pregnant with my daughter. Tough times, but things get better if you can stay motivated, and that’s what I learned. Thank you for sharing.
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Thank you. I am so glad to hear you enjoyed it and can relate. We all have our moments!
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Indeed! Your welcome
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