Jealous Sister

This is how I feel about my sister.

This sounds like my middle sister's thoughts turned into poetry. Still, it's beautiful in it's painful way. I think I can relate a bit more to her now. And your comment about the sketch was funny, the sketch itself is good! I wish I could draw half this good, I'd be happy with that. lol You're multi talented!

The pain in your poem is palpable. Your narrator's anger and despair is utterly convincing. Really well written. I did not laugh at your sketch, Caitlin. But I did laugh at the comment you made in reference to your sketch. It appears to me that you have skill with the pencil that simply needs practice to improve. I look forward to more drawings from you in the future!

I'm an only child who always wished I had an older sister. Well, you know what they say about the grass is greener on the other side. I enjoyed your sketches. You should do more of them. They added an extra feeling to your poem.

I'm an only child like Shee Shee but I can imagine how it could feel. Sending a hug of comfort your way CC! Your sketch is lovely btw! 💕

This short and sharp, but full of that strained mother-daughter tension.

Ahwww, you are so lovely, Caitlin. Thank you for the shout and another wonderful poem full of sentiment and a little splash of venom. Why would anyone laugh at your sketch? Another talent you have been hiding, eh?

I'm an only child so I cannot relate to this. But it sure is sad when this happens. And I didn't laugh at your sketch. It felt so real. You captured the sadness so perfectly. Sending you lots of love and hugs ❤️

Coming from a family of 9 children, definitely have thoughts on all of my siblings, but this poem goes to things I am not as familiar with. Clearly there are many layers between the words.

Daahlink Cait - Thanks for the 'Boost' preview - none of your peeps have ever viewed my 'Schtick' ...! Funny: After seeing your self portrait you may need that 'Kleenex' after all..! btw: Mom liked my Twin Brother best...! j.bud.in.l.a.

I'm with lots of the comments, I loved the sketch! I also love the weight in this poem and the words you put in italics. Amazing poem!

Reminds me of this song my daughters sent me...https://youtu.be/bX04RmWGY_Q?list=RDbX04RmWGY_Q It's heartbreaking to be disconnected or out of sorts with the one who is to be your biggest fan and fierce supporter . I love how open and honest you are in your journey...you've got several of us moms on here who would happily stand in <3

I love your sketch! And I love your poem! I really relate to this. It's sad but we grow and we evolve. We become better for the families we create over the ones we were born into. Wonderful work, Caitlin. 👏👏💖

I actually love the sketch, it holds weight that adds to your poem, often when I am finished a painting, I will write something to go along with the painting. A story through poetry paired with a picture that created it. Whether which one came first, they mean the same thing. These eight lines pack a punch, twisting devastation with longing and making them work together. I remember you saying before that you and your mother didn't get along well, this is a dive into that realm of painfully familial history. I'm sorry you had to suffer this. Amazing poem 🖤🖤🖤

This is a poem from a social worker's perspective one that would be great for a family session. By the way I liked your sketch I would use it in an art therapy session for a discussion of some ideas. Great work.

Thank you so much for including my story. It means so much this coming from you. I really admire all your work and I have looked at some of the other creators work you have mentioned amazing work. Your poem is stunning.

Loved this. The rhythm of it, and how these emotions are presented, is almost tongue-in-cheek. Something I have noticed/come to realize is that parental dynamics often influence sibling dynamics. A lot of parents like to pretend like they are meeting you for the first time on your 18th birthday, but all the stuff they did to you, for you, or failed to do, informs your relationship with them and the rest of the family. Actions have consequences, and that's something many families don't like.

Fantastic poem you wrote lovely, outstanding, read some of the other creators work as well simply so powerful and such a beautiful soul for giving all these a shout out with a wider audience thank you.

Love this poem Caitlin, short but not lacking in weight and it still has an effective flow. Makes me think of sibling rivalry and preferential treatment. Also make some think of that song “sometimes I feel like a motherless child” Also, wonderful to see your art too! I’ve known that you have a knack for photography but I think this is the first time I’ve seen you share a drawing, and I just think it’s really cool to see. Adds a morose sort of depth to your poem :)

Caitlin, I'm having fun figuring this riddle out. So I'm going to come back later to give an answer and ask if I've got it right. ;-)

I love the sketch! My hand-eye coordination isn’t fantastic, my fine motor skills less so; as a result, my sketches are sketchy at best. Amazing poem; excellent, cohesive piece.

Siblings, what else can I say. Hugs ♥️