She set his plate,
and then replaced it
in the cupboard
next to the crystal stem-ware,
coldly cut in geometric shapes
reflecting her loss
in infinite variations
on the kitchen floor.
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Meanwhile, Melody Muses... 
Oh dear 😦
It’s okay. I’m just making a very big adjustment. Writing about it helps. And hugs are good, too. 🙂
Lots of hugs from here 🙂
International hugs count double! 😉
Oh WOWZA, that’s GOOD!!!
🙂 Thanks. I was told once that the most real ones are the best ones. Well, this is real to me right now. And it helps tremendously to put thoughts to paper, somehow…
I hope we’re just talking about your son going off to college??
Yep. And tonight I thought about my neighbours whose son is never coming home – gives me a better perspective, that’s for sure.
Oh dear…yes. All loss is hard, Mel–my heart reaches up to you, and them.
so poignant
Thanks Pam.
If hugs are good, here comes a bundle of them!
Accepted! 🙂 (Thank you…)
Oh so sad 😦
Nice write though.
Thanks! Every possible human experience is open to being treated by the poetic pen… 😉
Touching words. And yes, writing can help so much, can’t it?
Absolutely! There is nothing like seeing things on paper to bring new perspective… Thanks, Geraldine.
My son is moving over a thousand miles away. I’m beginning to understand my parents as I never did before. I remember when I moved far away with their grandkids. I can’t imagine the loss they must’ve felt. Although I know I’m going to miss my son, I’m happy for him knowing it’s a great opportunity for him.
A mixed bag, isn’t it? Excitement and pride and sorrow and nostalgia, all rolled into one big emotional ball. A thousand miles is a long way! Thank goodness for Skype…
It’s always hard to let a loved one go but as you said in the comments ‘thank goodness for Skyppe’. Technology is good isn’t it?
Don’t worry, that plate won’t be left in the cupboard for too long. They usually come home begging for home cooking, clothes washing, and much more. Yes, it’s a sad but very heart moving time. It’s good to write.
Yes, it is! Thanks for understanding, RPD! 🙂
Big hug from me too, Melody!
Ah,thanks so much, I appreciate that. I’ll take it!! 🙂
Very sad, but beautifully expressed, Melody, and I wish you all the best and send more hugs your way! Lauren xx
Aw, thanks Lauren. Change is always hard. I’m adjusting! 🙂