Television Streaming

When I go back to the house

My memories are of watching TV with the family

It isn't so easy of a task now

It is no longer based on the single DVD that we borrowed from the library

Bombarded with choices and options

It used to be as kids we'd watch with glee

But our comments now are no longer tolerable

So, nuanced and analytical

It makes Dad storm out since we're too political

Our tastes have changed drastically

So, clouded and shrouded

Throwing buzzwords to the point I don't think we even know

The definition of the redefinition of the English language

I don't think we even know the meaning

Even now if I sit to watch things that my Mom and I have known for years

She only sees propaganda but will sit in silence

She thinks I see her as a soundboard and not my mother.

The strain of biological connection

Severely severed

I don't think the ritual I once knew is applicable

I must accept the fact that I've grown

Grown to how they've wanted

Independent and Free

But too independent thinking

Too free believing

Perhaps we can't gather around the TV

Perhaps it is better to leave

Continue the paradox of loving

Wanting to love

But realizing you are not wanted fully

Since we're just stuck on streaming

I must let go

I must make peace

There is no more gathering around the TV

~ Rose L.