October 30, 2008
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bittersweet travels.
my stomach’s in knots,
it wiggles and twists.
i brace for a beating,
my face meets the fist.these words, unexpected,
they cut to the bone.
“they’re gone — just keep going,”
i stand there alone.around me, destruction,
i can’t find my way.
i keep moving forward,
it’s too hard to stay.a light shows my path,
it’s time to go home.
i move to go forward,
but i do so alone.
bittersweet. that is the only way to describe the past few days.*edit* for those in the dark, here’s a brief run-down: my company decided to reorganize the organization. many people lost their jobs, but i was fortunate to keep my own.the range of emotions that have been flowing through me are intense — i feel thankful, mad, upset and guilty, all at the same time. most of all, though, i’m anxious of what’s to come, especially since the people i’ve worked closest with are now gone.
i’ve got a new path to forge …
(for those on protected, it’s updated)
Comments (27)
The suspense is killing me!! But the poem definitely says alot.
I’m not normally into poetry, but your’s is good.
You should write poetry more often.
…Judging by this!
what happened???
I’m not sure what’s going on, but good luck.
Oh gosh, more waiting?! Good luck today!
do tell more…
I am sending prayers and support!
Your poetry is good, no no, amazing! love it.
I am very curious about what is going on. I read your posts and they make me think…
I’m thinking about you.
Beautifully written, Lovely.
Beautifully written indeed. I can see how things could be super bittersweet for you right now. It’s like being on a “reality show” for a long time, you are happy to still be there, but sad to see friends leave. ( I hope my wacky analogy made you smile)
@mynewlife1126 - sorry for all the suspense … i had to get to a place where i could process it all. it’s updated now!
@Papillon_Mom - thank you very much! i love writing poetry, but haven’t been inspired much lately. now, it’s just pouring out.
@veggiemeggy - thank you!
@elelkewljay - @SnippiesBlog - it’s all updated for you!
@nimbusthedragon - thank you so much … i updated the post to shed some light on my vagueness.
@elr6355 - thank you. i’ve updated this, so hopefully it clears some of it up.
@CiaoBella810 - @queen_of_hearts102304 - @EilisAngelos - thank you ladies SOOOO MUCH. you have no idea how much i appreciate you.
@AlterEgo909 - it DID make me smile!! LOL!
YAY!
Hi, Jen!
You shouldn’t feel guilty about keeping your job–you should feel blessed! I’m really happy for you! This is what a lot of people will have to look forward to if Obama becomes President and he taxes small businesses. 51% of workers in the U.S. work for small businesses and the majority of them are under $250,000.00. They will have to cut back by cutting employees, benefits, hours, etc. It makes no sense that anyone should have their taxes raised when we are having the difficulty in the U.S. with our economy! We need to grow our economy, not bury it!
With Obama’s plan, he will be sending checks to people who have not even paid a DIME in taxes! In my book, we call that WELFARE! Check it out, Jen…you can research it yourself. By the way…I’m sorry I’m so late with the information that I said that I had for you that would prove that Obama is a liar. I’ve been sick and I didn’t get a chance to work on it, but it’s pretty much done now. Where do you want me to send it? Should I just post it on my site or send you an email?
Let me know, ok?
Thanks, Cynde
great emotional post!
well…. i’m glad you’re still in… sorry for your friends, though.
Poems are nice especially this one I just am horrible at it myself.
Good to hear you still working. I know a lot of friends that are getting laid off or about to. It’s been hard with this recession that seems to have no end.
we all have new paths.
Aw, well Cheers to new opportunities
woohoo yay!
weeeeeeeeeeeee
Nice, I’ve felt more like walking on eggshells when my company was hiring a bunch of people… I unfortunately was replaced but more because it was a small company and I was going to school, cheap labor is better than experienced, good job though this was a good poem
Hey….I’m sorry for all of those who lost their jobs. And sorry that you have lost some friends. But I am glad that you didn’t lose your’s.
I lub you!!! *hugs*
ps… nice little poem – very well written.
Love this – it’s fabulous!
Well said, Jen. I’m sorry you’re going through this, but if anyone can forge a new path, it’s you. I look forward to updates, and I’m sending you humungous strength vibes! You rock!