Category Archives: poetry

Not To Me

Posted on October 12, 2021 by mammasquirrel

This one here Let’s look at that- It’s indescribable How you just know Which one to choose- But on that day It was different- We picked it Round and plump and perfect- And in those next moments of joy Sadness … Continue reading →

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Trying to Taste

Posted on August 9, 2021 by mammasquirrel

No please not that menu again Not sure why it keeps showing up It only offers options that spoil Leaving rancid burning aftertaste – I’m looking for the the other one That I’ve been dreaming of That shows freshness anew … Continue reading →

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Grab The Umbrella

Posted on July 24, 2021 by mammasquirrel

Oh I felt the sprinkle And the slight change in wind- When you came around the corner And the the lightening began. The drops became heavy And the then there were gusts- As the rain pounded my flesh I shook … Continue reading →

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Flipping Switches

Posted on July 6, 2021 by mammasquirrel

The light blinks At a frenetic come and go Inconsistent pattern Sharing moments Of hope And leaving you stranded In the blackness Where you can breathe Because the light of That unknown Is not as comforting as The darkness that … Continue reading →

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Being Secret

Posted on June 25, 2021 by mammasquirrel

My back! You don’t get my face- You must grovel, Better know your place- Equal enemies? You stay hidden- There’s no such thing Your existence forbidden– Dare you think in the least, That somehow you matter?

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Solid

Posted on June 22, 2021 by mammasquirrel

The sun bounces off her back As she calls out Vocally sharing her heart- Her needs Her wants- And when the rains come The storms and winds Her feathers are waterproof– Her protector Her safety Her shelter- She’s always armored … Continue reading →

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Shield

Posted on May 23, 2021 by mammasquirrel

Can you see The humiliation? Is it apparent The embarrassment? Does the shame Glow in a full blush? Am I able To hide the sadness in my eyes? Is the armor I attempt to carry Enough to keep me hidden?

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It’s Coming

Posted on May 22, 2021 by mammasquirrel

Sunshine finally Sneaking through the gray Clouds that threaten more rain soon But are holding off To let the afternoon warmth Absorb into my skin Allowing a brief moment of joy As the kids laughter And innocence Surround my ears … Continue reading →

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Mama’s Awe

Posted on May 20, 2021 by mammasquirrel

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Wring Out

Posted on May 19, 2021 by mammasquirrel

Yesterday’s news Is the same as last year- Your imagination Is my nightmare- Those lies coming Spewing from your lips- Is the truth you Continually twist– Tell them it’s me I’m no good- Fits your storyline Just as it should- … Continue reading →

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