Wallflowers

This poem seems to be one of the less ambiguous poems we have look at this quarter. Donna Vorreyer tells about the use of words. Some words are used very often and others that never get used. Words become like "orphans" ready to be chosen and used by people. Vorreyer is concerned about those words that never get used, that they might get lonely and become bitter. Vorreyer being a middle school teacher could be some inspiration for this poem. Middle school is known for its cruel atmosphere and constant loneliness. Vorreyer sees this common occurance everyday in the place she works.