We all have our reasons for wanting to leave this life, sometimes. Although, deep down, we know that our troubles are probably not as bad as most people’s…
Image Credit: http://carmensandiegotravel.blogspot.com
– 11-year old boy who has been living on the streets since he was 9. Shoppers in the background. Kathmandu, Nepal, 2006 –
Something is happening
the ground is softening
here where I lay
the people passing
still are rushing
but getting farther away
there is a feeling
heart is beating
slowly into calmness
something is shining
mind is reeling
so much joy and gladness
angels singing
no more suffering
peace instead of strife
breath is waning
soul is lifting
ready for the other life.
Day 9 of 2013 November PAD challenge.
Poetic Ponderings 
whoof…that hits like a punch when you realize what is happening…moving piece…gave me a tear…smiles…death is the release…that others are rushing by, hurts…
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Thanks Brian. I’m glad it moved you. It was definitely my intention to move hearts. …smiles…
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Oh no. This is so sad. Very, very well done though.
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Thank you. Sad, but with a (sort of) happy ending. …smiles…
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Those of us who “have” ought to be ashamed that even one child in this world must live so. And pass on with barely a notice that a light was extinguished. They should have had the chance to shine.
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My thoughts exactly.
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You know something good is happening when the ground begins to soften. Nice segue into ultimate relief.
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Thanks Linda. I wasn’t sure where I was going in the beginning, but the poem just happened that way. So I kept it! …smiles…
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Strong sentiments in this !
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Thanks!
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it really bothers me that in this day and age any child has to be on the street. beautiful poem Janice. You’ve inspired me. I’ve been trying to choose a charity to donate 5% of my business proceeds to. It’s so hard to choose. So many can use the help. Your poem…moved me and made the decision for me. Now I’m off to research more charities. Thank you.
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Wow. I’m so happy to hear my poem moved you so! It’s always good news to hear people helping others – I hope you find the right charity soon!
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