Eileen Manassian Poet Couplet

Death of the Drama Queen

They gathered to say goodbye
Shell shocked and wondering why

The great Drama Queen was dead
She was found that way in bed

Didn’t think she’d follow through
But her frustration grew and grew

No one could hear her heart’s cry
Now they stood wondering why

How could she take her own life?
She...the good mother and wife

For her, the “drama” was real
She chose to die not to feel

That moment, life’s closing act
She’d left her greatest impact

This life is only a stage
Scripted drama on each page

Done “acting” she now could rest
Drama Queen played THIS role best

Eileen Manassian Ghali

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Painted Hunter June 9, 2013 at 5:35 PM A hopeless dramatic? I reckon so. Life sets the stage...and we set the mood. I hope you've had a pleasant weekend, Eileen.

Poet Destroyer A June 9, 2013 at 9:03 AM wow. Eileen, the last performance in her life ended on what she did best... I like this and.it reminds me an episode on Law & Order,,, were a murderess was a drama queen, and a sociopath. He last performance of her life was ended like this... good day...Linda Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:22 AM Linda, thanks for stopping by and reading this. Drama Queens are so........DRAMATIC! Even in the final act. Take care

Demetrios Trifiatis June 9, 2013 at 6:45 AM Superb drama that leaves life agape!7! Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:23 AM Thanks my dear poet...you are a bright spot in my life. :)

Cathy Moore June 9, 2013 at 5:30 AM magnificent no other words Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:09 AM Wow! Lovely post, Cathy! Thanks ever so much!

Timothy Hicks June 9, 2013 at 12:51 AM Drama, indeed! This had a lot of truth it. Brushing off someone's personality as hopelessly dramatic (and maybe it's true, but that drama is as powerful and real as the person wants it to be) isn't a good idea. I can't fathom feeling this way, but I feel for those that do... I only pray they have to courage to say no to the temptation... it's one of the few things you CAN'T walk back from... Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:13 AM ;) Oh Timothy...you are so insightful! I tend to be dramatic...and I speak from experience....one day...they will realize what THEY call dramatic, is real life for me! ;)

Carl Fraser June 8, 2013 at 8:41 PM A sad tale of a wasted life told by a brilliant writer, blessings, Carl Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:13 AM Brilliant? Thanks, Carl...very sweet of you.

Richard Lamoureux June 8, 2013 at 6:20 PM Hi Eileen Made it home safe. I was hoping to find a new poem. Either way wanted to say hi and give you a hug. Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:14 AM So glad you are back safe and sound, Richard. Vegas and Kelowna...same difference, but somehow it just seemed like you were far away. Good to have you "back!"

Charmaine Chircop June 8, 2013 at 5:14 PM rereading it..i think now i got the rule concept..She really was dying ending her life s act?did i get it ?: )Twisted my mind with your great imsightful poem :) Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:40 AM Yes, you got it! :) Hugs!

Charmaine Chircop June 8, 2013 at 5:08 PM Lost in her own act without ending..That really describes a drama queen playong the victim but never is..Well penned-Creative thoughts . Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:39 AM Well, this is more than that, Charma...the Drama Queen isn't being that way on purpose...that is who she is.

Tim Ryerson June 8, 2013 at 2:11 PM Disturbing and beautiful at the same time, Eileen...I like how you refuse to judge her for her act which shows much insight and wisdom on your part - Tim Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:42 AM Thanks, Tim........a piece of my life in this one. We never know if the Drama is real or make believe, but we must always give the benefit of the doubt! ;)

Christine Phillips June 8, 2013 at 6:26 AM Hi Eileen, very disturbing ironic piece.Very beautiful but thought provoking. Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:23 AM Glad you liked it, Christine. :)

Donna Jones June 7, 2013 at 8:50 PM Sweet Eileen...this poem disturbs me....good writing..too good I guess....be well dearest :-) I luv ya ... Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:30 AM MD....thanks, my sweet for being there! Love you too!

Richard D Seal June 7, 2013 at 5:40 PM That's the problem,'For her the drama was real', others don't see it or care too. Excellent write on one of lifes great tradgedies. Take care, Richard Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:31 AM Thanks for stopping by and taking the time to read and post, Richard.

Nette Onclaud June 7, 2013 at 2:36 PM the tragedy of being obssesses with lost glamour and drama so well inked by your pen...the end is a real gripper!... beauitful!..:) huggs Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:32 AM Thanks, Nette. Glad you liked it...yes, obsessed is the word!

Debbie Duncan June 7, 2013 at 11:37 AM Awesome words you got up there Eileen;}

Heather Ober June 7, 2013 at 8:11 AM Fantastic job, Eileen! I agree with Drake - very catchy title, and you handled this topic very well. "No one could hear her heart's cry" - That line sums it up beautifully, I think. Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:33 AM Yes, Heather....and that line is so true. It shocks me sometimes at how selective we are in our hearing....

Richard Lamoureux June 7, 2013 at 8:00 AM The Drama queen chose wrong. It is a shame when people choose a permanent solution for a temporary problem. Catchy title and cleverly scripted. Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:34 AM Thanks for your words, Richard. They mean a lot to me. I believe there is grace even for those who choose this solution.

Anne-Lise Andresen June 7, 2013 at 2:17 AM - Thanks for the nice poem,Eileen - Have a superb weekend. - oxox / / Anne-Lise :) Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:34 AM Lovely weekend to you too, dear Anne Lise! Hugs!!!

Arthur Vaso June 6, 2013 at 10:52 PM Went to the bank for some more wows!!!! Lovely!!! Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 9:35 AM Arthur...you are very kind and sweet.

Poet Tacito June 6, 2013 at 10:38 PM NICE! Catchy title! An enjoyable read! Eileen Manassian June 9, 2013 at 6:45 AM Thanks, Drake. Glad you liked it.