Ins-parent-tion

Inspired by a quote by unknown author.

"I have my mother's mouth and my father's eyes; on my face they are still together."

Inevitably, I resign to the resonation of this author's life and line to mine.

My mother's mouth, frowns, talk, endless metaphors, off-tune singing.

I wish I could say she gave me the best of her.

My father's eyes, playful spark, soul, snap of emotion, held-back tears.

I wish I could say he still gives her the best of him.

"They are still together"

"on my face"

which, a bi-racial given,

puts me out of place.

Perhaps the push is good, though,

For from past mistakes, good can flourish

One can hope- I can only hope.

Author's Note

Another quick write, with definite free form

Reviews

[Sami Khalil]

A very interesting poem...Thank you for sharing...:)..............