She plays house
but this time without a family
she goes through the motions every day
holding on to hope
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'she goes through the motions of what she does best playing house in her empty nest' - these lines are heart touching. Playing house in one's empty nest is a deep expression of void and sorrow!
The empty nest is a cliche many can relate to. Thank you for your comment, my friend! Stay safe.
Cheer up, dear poetess! Your poem evokes poignant feelings in the readers' mind. Touched by your candid account of what you are going through now.