Far Away From Home
She moved as far away as she could
from the parents, the school
her entire, pathetic former life
Reinvented herself on the Left Coast
so her folks wouldn’t be embarrassed
when she turned into a slutty pothead
Lucky she had some talent
and a knack for “right place, right time”
Associated with some up and comers
But all bad things must come to an end
including the sore nose and some shaky
“business” opportunities, best to avoid
The road home seems longer when
your tail is between your legs and you’re
detoxing on the cross-country bus
© 2012 Amy Barlow Liberatore/Sharp Little Pencil
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Polly Robinson
I like that final stanza – brings it home
Bodhirose
Oh, this is a commonly played out scene between kids and parents. Sometimes you need that space to find that you really need each other more than you thought possible. Great story told here, Amy.
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vivinfrance
A very sad ‘exile’ poem. You have a gift for story-telling in poetry.
ordinarylifelessordinary
Oh yes, that last stanza was just perfect, to go home with your tail between your legs and a detox rattling your body, nice write!
leesis
love it Amy
brian miller
yikes…detoxing on the bus def would not be fun, and i was a prodigal of a sense, luckily my exile was no too far away and they helped me along on the way back…smiles.
Inside the Mind of Isadora
raw and inside the core … peace
Misky
It’s all part of life: live and learn, as they say. 🙂
ManicDdaily
Very well done, poignant, something all can relate to even if not going all the way to the sore nose. Wonderful ending (in all senses, I think). k.
claudia
..but i’m so glad she found the way home…many don’t… and hopefully someone with open arms is waiting for her..
Sherry Blue Sky
Oh this is a slice of reality, perfectly told. Good one, Amy!Love the closing stanza!
Lindy Lee
Serious thoughts with a bit of sarcasm–
Comic relief used well by you, SharpLittle Pencil,
Thank you for contributing “Far Away from Home (exile)” on WordPress…
Sarav
Oh yes, the road seems much longer when you’re riding with your tail between your legs–great poem Amy!
ihatepoetry
Wow-ee, dis was good! Great mix of detail and action! You never disappoint, Ameleh! Love you!
kaykuala
The problem of youth is universal. Self ‘exile’ to be among friends is the most common. But the novelty wears off fast and they yearn for the security of their family. A few may not act fast enough and fall deeper in the mud. The last stanza provides the saving grace of hope. Nice write Amy!
Hank
Sharp Little Pencil
So true, Hank, every word. Thanks! A
purplepeninportland
Love this one, Amy.
oncealibrarian
Very real. So well expressed.
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