the struggle was real
opportunities exist
can we relieve it?

molly, chia pet

continually defies

her impending doom

it cannot be real
i linger online for proof
but do not want it

tough conversation
laughter intermingles it
reality grows

solemn, marching dirge

a week until the truth comes

months until i rest

cake dotting his face
the room freezes; i brace myself
who raised these children?

bright green bicycle

a new toy to become thin

stopping for ice cream