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Happy now, MOTHER?!

So after reading Lana V Lynx series. I came across this cute little doll in a park. I was prompted to take the picture by the memory of her series, what a coincidence. Not for the same reason as was written in the series — mind you. But I wanted to use it in this haiku incase it added or maybe even answered, the mystery… maybe it complicated it, enjoy! ♥️

By Caitlin CharltonPublished 4 months ago 1 min read
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Mother played songs now 🎶

💓Hearts stopped in her empty nest

Door swung, chain stayed taut. 👻

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Caitlin Charlton

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  • Marilyn Glover4 months ago

    Creepy little doll, but it pairs superbly with your words. Sad and suspenseful at the same time. Excellent haiku!

  • Test4 months ago

    I like the atmosphere you created, and this sense of suspense that makes me want to know what happens next!

  • Mother Combs4 months ago

    Oh, twisting my heartstrings <3

  • Those second and third line were especially so sad. Loved your photo and Haiku!

  • Krysha Thayer4 months ago

    I feel despair for this forgotten doll with your words. Very well written.

  • Mark Graham4 months ago

    To me this is so sad the image of a forgotten toy and the locked door.

  • Lana V Lynx4 months ago

    Oh wow, Caitlin, that is a perfect entry to the challenge! Creepy and vague enough to let the reader's imagination run in various directions. And thanks for the Ditched shout-out, I published Part 3 yesterday.

  • Tiffany Gordon4 months ago

    Phenomenal writing CC! Brilliant work my friend! 👏🏾

  • Susan Fourtané 4 months ago

    Oh yes! It was perfect to find that creepy doll for this! lol

  • Phew....now that is scary!!!!!! I wonder whether I'd see mum in the same way!! And there's this thing about dolls...they're creepy!

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