I’m Forgotten

Summary

"I'm Forgotten" is a poem by Jade Willow that reflects on the feeling of being overlooked and undervalued despite appearing to have it all.

Abstract

The poem "I’m Forgotten" by Jade Willow delves into the emotional landscape of a person who feels neglected and misunderstood. Despite projecting an image of self-sufficiency and possessing what others desire, the speaker laments their isolation and the lack of genuine connection. They describe a cycle of being singled out and hidden away, valued only for superficial reasons, and then disregarded. The poem touches on themes of abandonment, the pain of being forgotten, and the desire to be recognized as human with deeper needs beyond material possessions. It concludes with the speaker, presumably Jade Willow, inviting readers to explore more of their work.

Opinions

The speaker feels that others disguise their disdain for them with superficial niceties.
They believe they are perceived as shrewd and are singled out, which leads to their isolation.
The speaker expresses a sense of being used for others' benefit and then discarded when no longer needed.
There is a yearning to be prioritized and a wish for more meaningful relationships.
The poem conveys frustration at being forgotten despite not needing anything materially.
The speaker wishes to be remembered and treated as a human being with emotional needs.
Jade Willow, the author, expresses gratitude to the readers and encourages them to read more of their poetry, suggesting a hope that their work will resonate and provide a deeper connection.

A Poem

I’m forgotten. I have no place. They try to hide their disdain for me By wrapping it up in pretty lace

I have it together So, I need nothing I have what they want So, I receive nothing

Viewed as a shrewd Singled out like the nude There is no place to hide Yet, I’m hidden I stay out of sight Out of everyone’s view But only long enough Until I’m seen as rude

Abused and used I’m only good for winning Until they arrive And then, I’m of little use

Each year, they forget about me They say, “She has everything. So, she’s good What good for her can I do?”

I don’t need anything But I wish they gave me everything I wish I were prioritized I wish I meant more to them I wish they’d stop forgetting me And remember, I’m only human

Hey, it’s me, Jade Willow. Thank you for reading my stuff. Check out the rest of my work at the links below if you want more: