Ashes Of Her Husband

After her husband died.. in his 70's.. his companion

of 50 years carried around his ashes.. in the car

.. on trips..



it was the first time in their time together..

that she felt in control

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at first glance this poem seems funny---but after thinking about it for a few minutes it speaks volumes on just how controlling relationships can be---especially all those long-lived "happy" married couples