she always tried to cue her
husband
to take out the trash or help
with
the dishes but he seemed
oblivious
to her hints, leaving her frustrated
and ready to pull out her hair
until one day she wasn’t there
and he finally understood
- Written for dVerse Quadrille #20 wherein we had to write a poem containing the word "cue", which has several definitions.
I suspect we are all missing cues until it is too late to respond to them.
ReplyDeleteMy husband (and about 3 other men over time) told me not to leave hints or be subtle. Not being sexist, the advice came straight from men, every time!
ReplyDeleteSad ending to this. Communication can be the hardest thing.
ReplyDeleteI have learnt over the years that hints do not work. Neither do direct requests. I just do it myself.
ReplyDeleteSuch a perspicacious write!!
ReplyDeleteI think a small cue does not help... "TAKE OUT THE TRASH"... works
ReplyDeleteHaha sometimes you have to be loud and direct
DeleteExcellent, excellent work. You should be very proud of this piece. And it's something most people can identify with, at least on some level.
ReplyDeleteP.S. If I really want something done, I use my sexy "baby voice" and nibble/whisper in his ear while I'm asking. ;)
DeleteThank you very much for your kind words ☺
DeleteHaha whatever works use it
DeleteHaha whatever works use it
DeleteSad!
ReplyDeleteYikes!!! Shoulda woulda coulda syndrome.
ReplyDeleteLife works that way (sometimes) doesn't it...well put.
ReplyDeleteJanice (ontheland)
Thank you everyone
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