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Writing Prompt Wednesday #108

12/29/2021

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Write a poem that conveys the trials and tribulations of a parent who struggles to provide for his or her family due to chronic underemployment. https://grammar.yourdictionary.com/writing/41-poetry-prompts-inspire-fresh-vivid-writing

TW: Poverty

Hey kid
My kid
I hope you’re fast asleep
I’m in the living room crying
To myself I am lying
That you sow what you reap
Hey kid
My kid
You have such a pretty smile
Your belly is full
The world is all your own
I don’t want to fuck this up
You didn’t ask for this
You didn’t ask to be born
Or penniless
Grasping and grappling

Just to get by
I’ll protect you my dear
Although I do fear
You’re starting to understand
The cruelty of the world
Hey kid
My kid
Just keep your head up high
We’re gonna try to fight
Mom’s gonna be alright
The world is yours

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