Reflections Of A Daughter-In-Law

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You say, A Daughter-In-Law can never be a Daughter

But I give you more than I would my Mother or Father.

My agreement and obedience you praise and reward

But my personal opinions are not worth a thought.

You advice with my husband I should always agree

But as per your convenience, I should have my identity.

My husband’s individuality and opinions you do not approve

His love and loyalty to you each time he has to prove.

An argument with him, and you stop talking to me

But my help you seek, with you for him to agree.

As per your convenience, my children are yours

Their tantrums and inadequacies, are but my fault.

Everything in your house and life is my responsibility

But to take decisions, I have no authority.

You say my sister in law has more rights than I do

In which situation will she stand by you?

For you, I am an outsider throughout

Seeking permission to live in your house.

For how long are you going to treat me with threats

Till when do you expect me to live under duress?

With me can you please quit competing

Publicly stop mocking and humiliating.

I am who I am and will always be

Your wishes and happiness are not my only priority. 

I am not here to fulfil your dreams and desires

I am not here on display for society to admire

My life is beyond your son, grandchildren and you

I have an equal right to be and dream too.

When does the acceptance finally come?

When do I become with your family one?

They say for me to live you have to die

Such evil thoughts, I cannot live by.

I am tired of proving and trying to belong

For unconditional love and affection, I truly long.

When will this house and family truly be mine?

Till when do you expect me to bide my time?