How can this be?

There are things in my life,
that I wonder "how can this be?"
Things that I never imagined
that I would ever see!
My son being missing,
or not sure of his being
whether he is alive
or not, I will strive
to find out today
in some uncertain way
I detest the effect of drugs
that turn people into slugs
and mental illness that they try
to hide from everyone until they cry
for help and it comes but only for a burst
of time as loved ones wait for the worst
Copyright © | Year Posted 2025

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Wolf Avatar
January 25, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Heartbreaking, Kathleen. May everything turn out well, and soon. ~ Gershon
Hassall Avatar
January 26, 2025 at 5:03 AM
Thank you, Gershon. My heart is often throbbing from the pain of the situation, but it helps to pour it out into poetry or music. Those are my sanity savers!
Jones Avatar
January 24, 2025 at 11:49 PM
So sorry you struggle and suffer with worrying. I empathize with you as I too have been challenged by loving someone battling in this way. My hope is that God grants healing for your loved one. May your faith and love keep you strong for this unpredictable journey. Your poem is engaging and important!
Hassall Avatar
January 25, 2025 at 10:43 AM
Thank you, Karen. Writing about it and praying are the only things that aleviate the stress. It is a true challenge, but love is worth it and I pray that will he will heal from this.
Rodrigues Avatar
January 24, 2025 at 5:12 AM
Like my sweet nephew. He finally took his life 3 years ago, last October 31st. Still, I hope he made it to heaven and gave my mother a big hug as she questioned why he was there. Mental illness, drug addictions, shame, repetition, go hand in hand. I hope solace and peace come your way and your child finds their way back home!!
Rodrigues Avatar
January 24, 2025 at 10:54 AM
My heart goes out to you, Kathleen.
Hassall Avatar
January 24, 2025 at 9:48 AM
I'm so sorry for your loss. I did find out he is alive for now. This journey is very difficult.
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