I know what it's like
I know what it's like when your world comes apart
I know what it's like when your child
Too old to be mothered, falls
When he or she pokes a hole in the fabric of life
Or just slices it wide open
Suddenly, there's a sharp breath of air on the skin
And you realize you're stark naked
Your parental shortcomings exposed for all to see
Like a sudden violent stab to the chest
And your heart slips right out
Hitting the frigid floor
A sight so horrific
You avert your eyes to catch your breath
Searching for the strength to pick it back up again
I know what it's like to fumble with the needle and thread
I know what it's like trying to mend the tear
Not having a patch big enough to cover the hole
Knowing it'll never look the same again
I know what it's like to feel like a bunch of loose ends
I know what it's like to not see the ground beneath your feet
I know what it's like to be tossed in that sea
Yes, I know
And I am so...
So sorry...
This happened to you.