A Life Unexpected

Amanda Pettit

Keep that vision in your mind

A rainbow miracle to hold.

If I think it, I can do it.

Isn't that what I've been told?


"I'm sure we'll get it next time…"

Months to years and then another

"Don't quit yet, you've come this far

You'll be such a lovely mother."



Infertility was not my choice

The outcome never in my hands.

My capacity has now been reached

And yet no one understands.



They always have an answer

It doesn't matter what it costs

"I'm sure there's still a path for you -

You can always just adopt."



Acceptance of my circumstance,

Acknowledging my grief

Can ease the state I'm living in

More than you might believe.



The tears will dry, I'll find resolve

Embracing ways to stay connected.

Head held high, I'm moving forward

Living my life, unexpected.