One of my dads’ employees took his life on February 14, 2013. I wrote this poem in honor of him. Rest in peace.
A Friend’s Suicide
Ring,
Dads voice,
“J took his life,”
Disbelief, sorrow, pain.
My body shaking,
Voice trembling,
As I listened to the horror,
Darkness.
Friendliest guy ever,
Polite, sensitive, a gentleman,
Always had smile on his face,
A true gem lost forever.
Why?
Seemed so happy,
Full of energy,
Overflowing with life.
Fashion-conscious,
Always looked put together,
Had no idea,
He felt so alone,
Isolated, empty, sad,
Is this what he felt?
How had I missed the signs?
Perhaps I could have helped.
Grief, tears, guilt,
Wish he would have known,
How truly friends did care,
If only…
Life is fragile,
Offer a smile,
Take a hand,
Embrace everyone.
Wow! What a heartfelt piece. Thanks for sharing.
deep deep
I can really feel your emotion in this piece