Mixed Messages Poem by Pat Raia

Mixed Messages

Everyone
I
have
ever
loved
is
whispering
to me
about
the things
I
could
have
done
about
the things
I
did
I
don't
think
I
disappointed
them
but
I
don't
think
they're
pleased
There
was
more
I
could
have
done
to
deserve
their
care
for
me

Mixed Messages
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
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Pat Raia

Pat Raia

Chicago, Ill.
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