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Endometriosis Awareness, collaboration with The Silent One

Cramps creeping and crawling, 
an unwelcome reminder.
Why does my body betray 
me like an unfaithful secret lover, 
chaining me to my bed.
When did my uterus become my enemy, 
even the pills offer no sympathy.

As a contradiction of contractions,
crush my organs like sharpened 
shards of glass, these strange 
territories tighten like heavy torture, 
as linings of sore pelvis feel 
a tugging pain of shame.
Unable to distract this 
typhoon-like monstrosity,
I'm a hostage to 
this turbulent intruder.

For those who question body 
frames that do not beam, 
my frowns are not an option,
they are a veil to the weight 
of excruciating fatigue 
that feeds the sanity in me.

There's no 'super human' strength 
left to curl my fingers into 
brass knuckles holding my 
burning edges in peace.

Drained by the cries that 
crack the surface of my womb, 
agitation is expressed 
in begrudging outbursts!
Unexpected and unpredictable 
pain is a cureless curse, 
behaving erratically within 
a finely constructed system of tubes.
Once again, I wonder if 
this shall be the month that
validates my womanhood.

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Paige Hind Date: 12/16/2023 12:19:00 PM This is intense. I think this is the best yet I have read from you and Silent One. Truthfully, I find it difficult to find words for this... so good of your soul to write dedications like this. Login to Reply

Valsa George Date: 12/11/2023 7:51:00 PM This is such a great job and a wonderful collaboration. I appreciate both of you for highlighting some of the difficult physical and mental conditions and thus giving awareness to many. Login to Reply

Valsa George Date: 12/11/2023 7:47:00 PM I felt so happy reading this because you have high lighted what I was going through some years back. I had severe endometriosis and intense pain during my periods. I used to go to college after taking painkillers. Later after three years of marriage, we consulted a doctor for infertility and through laparoscopy, I was detected with this accursed condition and started a rigorous course of treatment for long years.Finally we went to the States for laser surgery as it was not so popular here in India at that time. After my surgery, on the 12th year of marriage, I conceived and I am now mother of two sons. But soon after my second son's birth, my uterus and ovaries were removed. Only with that I got relief from endometriosis. Login to Reply Valsa George Date: 12/11/2023 10:40:00 PM So sorry to learn that you suffer from such pain. Usually people get chocolate cysts. I too had to remove the cyst through surgery. I am happy that I have grown old to be free of the monthly trauma..... :) Ink Empress Date: 12/11/2023 8:03:00 PM Oh wow, thank you so much for sharing sweet valsa, i have endometriosis too and had to do surgery to remove my cysts couple of years ago: but recently the pain has been getting worse. Especially during menstruation its just so painful. I cant even move. I know few that had to remove their ovaries: im so happy you are blessed with children: and im so glad you can resonate too; thank you always for being so supportive

Len Gasun Date: 12/10/2023 9:49:00 PM You've shared an excellent collaboration poem my dear poet friends, Ink and SO. Thanks for the great awareness of endometriosis through your powerful write so I will be more cautious on my diet especially now that I'm gaining a lot of weight. Congratulations to both of you for this stellar piece. Thanks for sharing. God bless you both always and your writings. Hugs hugst for both. Login to Reply Ink Empress Date: 12/11/2023 3:03:00 AM Oh do you have endometriosis? Dont worry your diet doesnt affect endometriosis , endometriosis affects weight. Thank you so much always for your sweet support i appreciate you always

Tom Woody Date: 12/10/2023 2:53:00 PM As I've said before you guys gel so well together. I'm aware of this condition and the pain it causes. Thank you for your continued educational poetry and the empathy you display toward sufferers. Maybe one day you could do one on fibromyalgia? Login to Reply Ink Empress Date: 12/11/2023 3:04:00 AM Ah i will do some research on fibromyalgia, will try to write with silent one for this next. Thank you for understanding the pain. Grateful always tomsz

Silent One Date: 12/10/2023 11:59:00 AM I remember this on well, was not easy as a man to write for this, I of course, I have never experienced anything like this and I remember you were the driving force behind it... always great to write poetry which raises awareness.. Login to Reply Silent One Date: 12/11/2023 3:30:00 AM You are always a pain.. oops I mean in pain ;) xxxxx Ink Empress Date: 12/11/2023 3:05:00 AM Haha maybe youv heard me in pain so you were empathetic. Thank you for always writing with me appreciate you. More men should understand women too have issues Tom Woody Date: 12/10/2023 2:51:00 PM Awww it was as though you had a uterus yourself SO

Vijay Pandit Date: 12/10/2023 11:21:00 AM I am sorry to hear that you suffer from endometriosis. No wonder then I hear the angst and pain of emotions throughout this poem. A splendid write to spread awareness, Ink. It speaks eloquently for you. Kudos to you Ink, and SO for highlighting this ailment. Login to Reply Ink Empress Date: 12/10/2023 11:44:00 AM Thank you so very much for your empathetic response i am truly grateful for your unwavering support always

Paula Goldsmith Date: 12/10/2023 10:37:00 AM WOW!!! What a powerful write/collaboration. Love your line, "Why does my body betray me like an unfaithful secret lover." So true/many times over a life time. We never know the pain/hurt that one is going through. Be kind to everyone. Have a blessed day............... Login to Reply Ink Empress Date: 12/10/2023 11:44:00 AM Thank you so very much dear paula i appreciate your kind and generous support

Sotto Poet Date: 12/10/2023 10:27:00 AM This magnificent work of art requires a frame to be displayed on the wall. An extraordinary partnership was formed between the eminent poets S.O and I.E. It appears that in addition to philosophy and thought, a way of life may also unite you both. Your excellent use of metaphors and diction adds additional layers of beauty to your magnificent poem. I sincerely hope that all individuals will have the opportunity to read and gain knowledge from this magnificent poem. Login to Reply Ink Empress Date: 12/10/2023 11:43:00 AM That means alot thank you dr sotto. Im sure you know alot about this condition too. I hope so too it raises awareness grateful always for your kindness

Lioness Onpaper Date: 12/10/2023 10:14:00 AM Why does my body betray me like an unfaithful secret lover,Mmm crush my organs like sharpened shards of glass YESSSS!!! As someone with ovaries that have betrayed her!!!! (PCOS) I feeeeeep this piece!!! From top to bottom!!! For those who question body frames that do not beam,.. I am snapping in the air! I wonder if this shall be the month that validates my womanhood. Exactly!I would like to frame this majestic piece of art on my wall!!! N put some expressive abstract in red next to it aee!!! Login to Reply Lioness Onpaper Date: 12/10/2023 10:24:00 AM I feel it very much la!!! Soon ae soon .. on the way .. Ink Empress Date: 12/10/2023 10:21:00 AM Hahaha papi u the only one that felt my pain thank you !!! Now hope to see you soon