bewildered
torn from safetyLove's unfailing acceptance
now glows
face to Face
from my heart's beloved Creator
knowledge infused history's Presence
through the veil of my life's sharp end
a view of what might have been is
seen from Heaven's advantage
the maternal bond
broken and disowned by
death's dark decision
was a rejection without defense
for I was judged unfit to live
despite having my mother's eyes
to why's obsessive enigma
no reason is enough to
toss an innocent away
nor justify my demise
as two now bear
the choice of one
yet though unintended
that cruel portal brought
eternal life
in an instant
as well as
maturity's measure
all guilt captured
by Another's choice
which ushered-in
this free domain
now her soul
I bear to
Mercy's Throne
pleading for our union's healing
and a turning back-
love's longing painful cry-
hoping in peace joy and body new
with every tear wiped away
to be reunited once more
but this time in
my mother's arms
Reflection/Discussion:
-How is the daughter portrayed as a person?
-How does the daughter show forgiveness?
-Is the hope offered realistic? Why/not?
-How would this poem help a post-abortion Mom?
-How would this poem help a Mom thinking of aborting her child?
-How does the poem affect you?
-In your own words, explain the poem.