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Almost a Doctor....(bad medicine)
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Almost a Doctor....(bad medicine) |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee 
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We were traded for wrestling tickets and a three hour tour, daily with no meat only fork fed inferiority complexes because he held a degree Mr. College man knew everything The books wept and folded up in dog eared pages, done Nick-named Frankenstein by his co-workers for lack of heart or a real spine just knowledge A walking dictionary of medical terms There wasn’t a cure for mensa Still I ran about carrying his child in hapless attempts to be a wifey with teen streamers still hanging from my thoughts He was the messiah to our li’l country town and I was supposed to smile real pretty for being his favorite flavor that day at the ball park I sold myself shy of a split nickel My family thought I “ought” to be took keer of by a man of high standing well he was tall and that was all but nobody knew that I forget why he chose me said something about love but was always more interested in the score Chuck Norris was his hero even on our anniversary About as romantic as bullets in a sewer ditch Everyone smiled at his wallet thinking his brain must be the missing link to prosperity Almost a doctor and all The ring was fake he needed a new bowling ball When late nights came and the games were on I wore the lingerie the invisible kind or at least it made me invisible Made feasts at dinner for his army, he and his stomach and pressed white scrubs that he threw in the floor I cried and he laughed Said it was postpartum depression Diagnosed me while I nursed the baby and did dishes at the same time One night he forgot to change a diaper while I worked all day Li’l baby didn’t need feeding either Wrestlemania came first So I did a pile driver on the bumper of his car straight out into the street after I gave his crotch a scissor hold and left him hanging on the ropes He almost needed a doctor as my son and I learned how to heal on our own |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
This is a powerful piece, Regina. Filled with anger, anguish, and angst. It is also filled with your strength. Quite a remarkable write  Fool, said my Muse to me, look in thy heart and write. [This message has been edited by Interloper (05-17-2002 12:25 PM).] |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
Interloper: Thank you poet..I don't normally reveal this real of me..but today was the day..Appreciate you so. Sincerely, Reg |
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Dark Stranger Member Patricius
since 2001-03-19
Posts 13631West Coast |
regina a woman has many sides and many names for them that is what makes her a woman great write, you healed a wound here |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Regina I could see parts of myself in this bitter and powerful telling. Through such times, that is where growing happens and wisdom's truth. Hugs for your strength! |
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Seymour Tabin Member Empyrean
since 1999-07-07
Posts 31720Tamarac Fla |
rwood, You always gather me up in your writings. It is a good and powerful write. You have my empathy.  |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Good for you, Regina... You are a strong woman and this poem is beautifully written and very powerful. I have a very dear friend who had such a similar experience that this poem could have been written about her. I actually wrote a poem for her, but its only about one of his "milder" problems. If you would like to see it, please click on the link at the bottom of the message. I've never put a link into a reply before, so it may not work. If it doesn't, the name of the poem is "The Gift"  ~hugs for the strong wordsThe Gift Lyra |
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Enchantress Member Empyrean
since 2001-08-14
Posts 35113Canada eh. |
Regina, This is so very well written, and could have been me....many years ago. Amazing, healing write... done with much built-up anger, frustration, and yet....a bit of wit. Well done poetess! ~Hugs~ |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
I love how you use your angry humor to help you through life ... I really enjoyed this, Regina. You have amazing words of depth and ache, and beauty... She said burn ... together. |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Well girlfriend this purge deserves a phone call, get the phone will ya?  |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
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Balladeer
Administrator
Member Empyrean
since 1999-06-05
Posts 25505Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA |
The comparisons and descriptions you use are remarkable. I cna't believe this happened to you...and, if it did, the poem is more amazing still |
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hoot_owl_rn Member Patricius
since 1999-07-05
Posts 10750Glen Hope, PA USA |
There is as much left to read between the lines in this one as is written on the page. A stricking portrayal of an abusive relationship. If this is from personal history, my heart goes out to you as I've..."been there, done that". If not, you've captured it perfectly. Well done |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Your expressions are well said...James |
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Christopher
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Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
ok, i'm back... reg - this overwhelmed me. first, with the way it was written... the passion, the pain, the sarcasm, and shame (rhyme unintentional). it was linear enough to follow easily, yet striking enough to pierce through understanding and deep into empathy. second - just the implications of this - there are many forms of abuse, and none is better than the next. but i think to a person who feels through life, being ignored and unappreciated is the worst. this touched me as few do. must just leave with a wow. Chris |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
Dark: Yes..thank you for recognizing that. I suppose there are bits that I would like to forget..but I must remember they helped to make me, me...You are poetically wonderful to my woman sides.. Martie: I'd say that most of us have experienced somewhat of a taste of this medicine. A hug works so great for healing..thank you deeply. Seymour:  you are a wonderful man. thank you..Lyra: That rototiller..was worth more money than my entire household of furnishings, including the car. When I left..there was nothing monetary to leave..or take. But my son and I have always been rich with love. Selfishness only buys you loneliness. Thank you so much for sharing with me and for your thoughts. Nancy: I inherited my father's sense of sarcasm..and my mother's left hook. I found my own pathway of womanhood..gosh..it ain't easy is it. Hugs to you sweet lady. bsquirrel: Thank you for thinking so highly of me and my attempts to share out loud. It inspires me..soothes me..makes me feel real. Mysteria: Would love to hear from my mentor!! Yes..I spilled. Hugs and nods of understanding. Thank you poetess..friend. Balladeer: Sometimes..I can't believe it did either. I look back and think to myself..how I was just a little girl..with big eyes and a big heart. Now..just have big mouth..LOL!! Be good and be honest to thyself. Is that a good motto? Hug you for your thoughts. Hoot_owl: Your heart thoughts are very appreciated..mine goes to you too, for knowing..hugs poet.. James: Thank you for your support..sincerely poet..you offer me goodness. Hugs. Christopher: Yes..it was a death of spirit sort..to be so invisible..to be so taken for granted..a little piece of you dies each time inside. Thank you for both of your replies today and always..appreciate the understanding deeply. Sincerely, Reg |
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Madame Chipmunk Member Rara Avis
since 2001-12-05
Posts 8296Michigan |
Regina...I just wanted to thank you for reading my poem, but I also wanted to let you know that the rototiller was just the TIP of the iceberg. He was very selfish and egotistical...an ER doctor who thought everyone should bow to his MD degree, especially his wife. He may have bought her expensive gifts but they had no meaning. He never really thought hard about what to get her until she told him that she didn't want anything that plugged in. I think she would have preferred a nice dinner out, some flowers or at least some of his ATTENTION which he never gave her except to yell at her that the house was not neat enough. They did have plenty of money, so she hired a cleaning woman and he just exploded even more with "I don't pay someone to do MY job, and this is Your job, how DARE you spend my money to hire someone to do it" It was that macho, selfish attitude of your ex's that was so similar to his! You did this poem so very well! ~ strong woman hugsLyra copyright2002 Lyra Nesius "poetry is life distilled" Gwendolyn Brooks [This message has been edited by Madame Chipmunk (05-18-2002 11:36 AM).] |
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Mistletoe Angel
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
BRAVO!!! Wow, this is intensifying, sweet friend, I could feel such anguish in these words and how your anger rised all throughout the poem in climax and by the end, you felt all relaxed again like right when you started reading this! (kiss on cheek) I think we can all relate to times like these, sweet friend, this is wonderful, we all llve you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet Regina, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton "Underneath your clothes there's an endless story..." |
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Midnitesun
since 2001-05-18
Posts 28647Gaia |
Almost a doctor? he will never be all he can be. Almost a man? Not with that attitude. Glad you adjusted him a bit, maybe gave him a little mental surgery to alleviate him from the pressure of an imbalanced ego. [This message has been edited by Midnitesun (05-18-2002 11:24 PM).] |
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Christopher
Moderator
Member Rara Avis
since 1999-08-02
Posts 8296Purgatorial Incarceration |
curious - does being here help at all? the recognition, appreciation? I see you. hugs C |
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Mysteria
since 2001-03-07
Posts 18328British Columbia, Canada |
Did your son tell you I called I did! LOL, I don't wish that man well at all, I can tell you that much that I know for sure. You are right about one thing, it made you stronger, smarter, and definitely more of a "woman" that I am proud to know hon. |
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my3monkeytoes Member
since 2002-05-11
Posts 152In the Carolina Breeze |
There is a song by Madonna (quit laughing) that makes a very strong statement: "Many miles, many roads I have traveled, Fallen down on the way. Many hearts, many years have unraveled, Leading up to today...and I thank you". I've read the replies above, and from those acquaintances I have in my non-virtual circle of friends also...so many people, TOO MANY people, have similar stories. While it is a shame we have to experience such pain, it does lead us to where we are now. One day, I plan to send flowers to my ex, and tell him 'thank you', because of where even that pathway has lead me. He won't get it, of course (ha!), but it will be very soothing for me. "A woman's life is comprised of many journeys. Revel in where the pathways have lead you." You are a better person now than you would have been without your experiences, Regina...and a very strong woman. Thank you for sharing with us! Peace to you. ~Sydney McLean |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
Lyra: Goodness..I know you are glad to not have to see someone you care for go through all of that still..So glad you are supportive and that you recognize the strength of sisterhood. Thank you so much for your comments and caring. Hugs to you! Noah:Thank you darlin'. I know you will never be one to look past the beauty of a person. You bring it out as well..Love and hugs. Midnitesun: Exactly. You are so right. Don't know if I could have ever done any good with that..but I taught my son differently..that was my main objective..or some other lil bright eyed girl could be getting the same from him...NOT if I had anything to do with it! Thanks poetess. Christopher: appreciation for art and human kindness is a blessing to me...and for me..and I thank you and everyone for having a place to share..Sharing is like cultivating your soul. Hugs to you poet..I feel them too. Mysteria: Nope.he did not! Hope you got my letter..I so appreciate you lady! Sydney: Yes..we are the way we came sometimes..and sometimes we just are. I am happy with that..Thank you deeply for your understanding. Sincerely, Regina |
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msflame Member
since 2002-05-21
Posts 188 |
wonderfully told, enjoyed reading. |
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