A Woman Of 1896

Just what the title says. I <3 the Victorian era!

Every morning I look out the window and sigh.

There has to be more for me in this life..

Besides being laced tightly in my corset until I cannot breathe.

Only speaking when spoken to.

Having only one lump of sugar in my tea whether I like it or not.

There has to be more.

There must be another way to live.

A better world.

Where I am judged by my mind.

Not my dress nor manner of speaking.

But as I walk down the aisle in my white lace gown,

Preparing to marry a man I do not love,

All for security,

I realize there is nothing more for a woman of 1896.

Reviews

[Samuel Dickens]

Hopefully, things have improved for women, but I sometimes wonder.

[Legion]

Wasn't that the usual. You presented it well. Kudos.