Thursday, October 29, 2026

the broom closet

the broom
is not thought of until
it's needed.
until there's dirt on
the floor
that needs to be swept up.
you feel that way
at times
when it
comes to children.
the phone gone silent,
the mail
not coming.
and then
at last, they need you.
there's urgency
in their voice.
they need something.
but it's too late,
you're no longer home.

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