A Suicide

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Daddy's girl Sinks To Davy Jones' locker Of grief. Dad's earth-shattering goodbye, So sudden, cruel. Suicide, no note. She's too numb To feel the tsunami Of looming pain. In utter disbelief. Her best friend Mouths " I'm sorry for your loss" She mutters A barely audible "Thank you" With downcast eyes. Still numb, in denial. Pain in her heart unmistakably visible On face full of tears. Nothing seems to make sense. She sits up from bed Gazing longingly Into a tenebrious abyss, Going through a litany of regrets And missed warning signs. A sea of confusion Endlessly churning In her mind, filled... With one word question, "WHY"? Date written: 12/28/2021

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Ann Peck

Date: 12/31/2021 11:03:00 AM

We ask why their life couldn't be saved. Sometimes the despair overwhelms all joy then, why struggle on. Your poem is beautiful and sad.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 12/31/2021 11:46:00 AM

I guess it's understandable when people with terminal illness--cancer, especially--take their own lives because the pain/suffering is too severe. It's still pretty sad all around! Thanks for the awesome feedback and visit, Ann. Happy New Year!

Sam Kauffman

Date: 12/30/2021 9:49:00 AM

A poignant and powerful write Edward ending with the eternal question after a suicide - "Why?" Wonderfully crafted Edward! Congratulations on your win. Sending you blessings and joy for the New Year!

Edward Ibeh
Date: 12/30/2021 2:06:00 PM

Thank you very much indeed, Sam:-) Sending you the same blessings and joy back, my dear friend. Happy New Year!

Vijay Pandit

Date: 12/29/2021 5:28:00 AM

So sad that it happens to so many families. A troubled mind simply giving up on life--a tragedy. Great emotive poem, Edward--much pain and unanswered questions for the ones left behind. My very best to you and your family for the new year.

Edward Ibeh
Date: 12/30/2021 2:04:00 PM

And the saddest thing is that suicides are mostly preventable, Vijay:-( It's really a horrible tragedy! Same to you and yours, my friend.

Tom Cunningham

Date: 12/29/2021 3:10:00 AM

They must be in such a dark place to do that Edward, sad for those that are left behind who have to live with, could we have done more? But often there are no tell tale signs that anything is wrong. Wishing you a very happy new year with good health and happiness. Tom

Edward Ibeh
Date: 12/30/2021 2:01:00 PM

That's the devastating thing about suicides, those left behind end up suffering the tragic aftermath for life! Wishing you all the same, Tom:-)