Shared Loneliness Poem by Mary Nagy
Shared Loneliness
Two people in one room
yet each feel alone
in their own world.
He's thinking of the increased
heating bill.
She's thinking of the increased
distance between them.
As he flips through the channels
with a half-conscious stare
he wonders what the future holds...
more unpaid bills
more collection notices.
As she scrawls her emotions
into an old tablet of paper
she wonders what the future holds...
more silence
more shared loneliness.
He looks at her and feels guilty
for not providing more.
She looks at him and feels guilty
for not knowing how to bridge
the distance between them.
No words are spoken.
He just flips the channel.
She just writes a poem.
Mary you are becoming a master using simply stated words and creating a loud voice for true moments of life. It is easy to see the landscape you make with your words. Rusty
Loneliness has its own existence. I was lonely when I was married, I'm lonely now, at a party, I'm lonely enough to drown.
I think all relationships of the nature you speak Mary, have these lonely moments, the trick is, to go with the flow. Tomorrow always takes care of itself. Or go to bed! A much comforting plan. An absorbing read. 10 from Tai
Mary, I think this is your best. Being alone while with someone, particularly someone that truly matters, is certainly sad. It's when I feel the most lonely. When I feel an emotional warmth however, just from someone's physical presence - well it's wonderful. I miss it when it's not there. Thanks for bringing me to that place for a moment. j.
Mary, this poem is like a Norman Rockwell painting... so true to life. Brian
Hey Mary! You are such a sweet writer. I really love this one.
Mary, Well done. I think we've all been there and can relate. I enjoyed this one very much. A 10 from me. Shannon
Mary, this poem is the profound statement of a marriage with all its foibles. It is lovely and touches so many hearts in its truth. Raynette
Boy Mary, you really hit the nail on the head with this one. It's sad to be with someone and yet be so far apart, all the while wishing for more closeness and warmth from the one you love.
This poem has not been translated into any other language yet.
I would like to translate this poem
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4/26/2024 6:31:21 AM # 1.0.0.1119
nice poem, and some times, so true..............................