seemingly contrived
bemoaned of feel
more of embarrassment
for being careless
not physically hurt
but it did seal
an ashen faced shock
nonetheless
happened sudden
in times of stress
mouth 'masked'
but more blinded
to woes of worry
when the survival instinct
is supreme
(44 words)
Shay at Sunday Muse#182
with Photo Challenge
Sarah at d'Verse's Quadrille
- to include the word 'ash' in
44 words
Love your last stanza, Hank!
ReplyDeleteI managed to fall over as an adult, in the street. Hurt my knee. What hurt more was the sense of complete embarrassment and confusion. Just thought I'd share the memory you conjured up for me!
ReplyDeleteThe image you shared made me think of domestic violence, the excuses people make, and the 'masked' mouth added to that concern.
It's a powerful one.
Hank - you really blew this out of the park with both prompts.
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And wow, one of my author friends has that image as her book cover.
ReplyDeletePowerful words which speak of an uncomfortable situation.
ReplyDeleteThis bespoke of the many who are abused and make excuse. Well written!
ReplyDeleteAnd we must care about those who are abused...
ReplyDelete"mouth 'masked' but more blinded to woes of worry,".. that is such a strong and poignant image!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Sanaa, that line is a strong and poignant one. Always glad to see you at the Muse Hank!
ReplyDeleteAh you snuck in late and I almost missed you, Hank! Happy weekend!
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