The title reminded me of the song "If I Die Young" by The Band Perry lol... every time I hear that saying - I automatically start singing that song.. lol. Random thought, sorry lol.

So, my interpretation of this song is that the mother left her family... maybe due to the loss of her son? But yet ultimately it made the family...the sibling and father, they lost another family member on top of the son/brother.

I've seen that happen in families, which is weird to me. I know the pain is rough, but if by losing one piece of your family, how can that help by leaving the other pieces? To me, it would only make it more painful... I'll never understand. I know it can put a strain on a family, but to me I'd think it would only make me strive to pull closer to mine. To cherish every single moment with them because you never know when they will be gone.

You can feel the resent and anger towards the parent that left... which I totally understand. I'm unsure if this is a true emotional piece for you or just a fictional piece. If real, I'm sorry... I know somewhat of what you are going through, at least with the pain of losing a loved one part. </3

Wonderful piece full of raw emotion.

I love this poem. My mom walked out on me at a young age so i understand the pain. she has been in and out of my life for the last 18 years. it is tough and this poem really hit a sore spot for me! i love how much emotion that seemed to radiate off each of your stanzas.

It reminds me of how much anger i feel when i write about her. I love it.

sorry for your pain