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What Do You See #202: The Face of Grief

Written for Sadje’s What Do You See Prompt:
For the visually challenged reader, this image shows a man of Asian descent staring
into the camera. He has a box/suitcase hoisted on his left shoulder and is wearing a
backpack too. There is an unreadable expression on his face. Behind him, you can
see other people with luggage too.

My take on what’s happening and what I see in this picture:

As long as I knew that she waited
yearly trips to see her made me feel whole
she was the North Star, my sweetest old dear
the soft voice to give respite to my soul

When she went in the other direction;
hand-picked by God to the promised land
it was then that I lost all connection—
deprived of that vigor, I'm ill-beguiled

© selma 

Thanks so much for reading.

Selma Martin
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  1. Sadje

    So well interpreted Selma! There is a look of despair on his face. Losing the reason for working, living takes a huge toll. Thanks for joining in.

      1. Sadje

        ❤️❤️❤️

  2. Tanmay Philip

    Excellent take, Selma. Poignant, but not overwhelmingly so. You touch on grief with a deft hand.

  3. ben Alexander

    it was then that I lost all connection—

    Oh… this is so sad…

    such a poignant piece, Selma…

    <3
    David

  4. Destiny

    tender and touching, Selma.
    … and expressed so well 🤍✨🙏

    1. Selma Martin

      I’m happy to know you read. And thanks for the comment 💐

      1. Destiny

        it’s a pleasure, Selma.
        some we read and some are felt 🙏🤍

  5. Gwen M. Plano

    So tender and thoughtful, Selma. Thank you for this beautiful pause in my busy day. ❤️

    1. Selma Martin

      The pleasure is mine, dear Gwen. Thank you. Xoxo

  6. rajkkhoja

    Beautiful pic for expression on his face. Nice post

    1. Selma Martin

      Glad to hear, Raj. Bless you. Thanks for reading

      1. rajkkhoja

        Me too!

  7. Kym Gordon Moore

    I love your different interpretation to this prompt Selma. So melancholic! 🤗 Well-done! 💖

      1. Kym Gordon Moore

        You are so very welcome Selma! Hugs and smooches! 🥰💖🤗✨😘

        1. Selma Martin

          These hugs and smooches make my day. Thanks for being so generous. I’m boomeranging some to you too: hugs and smooches. Stay sweet.

          1. Kym Gordon Moore

            Awwww Selma, I receive that love girlfriend. May your weekend be FANtabulous my dear. 🥰💖😘

  8. Michele Lee

    Beautiful language, Selma. You’ve given a story to the sadness in his eyes. 💞

    1. Selma Martin

      I’m extremely happy you feel this way. Thanks Michele Lee. Blessings.

      1. Michele Lee

        You are welcome, talented storyteller, Selma. 🌼🙏🏻

  9. Maria Michaela

    Lovely interpretation albeit some sadness. Beautiful take, Selma

    1. Selma Martin

      Maria Michaela, dearest. Thanks for appreciating it. Blessings.

    1. Selma Martin

      Lauren, I’m thrilled you found it pleasing. Bless you. Stay sweet. xoxo

      1. michnavs

        A very melancholic take on the prompt Selma..

    1. Selma Martin

      Barbara, pleases me to know you enjoyed it. Thanks tremendously. Blessings.

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