Heidi Sands Poet Rhyme

I Recieved Your Message

Shocked by this today:


After so many years I received your message, wanting to talk to me
You had never done me wrong, but with your father, there was a history
Even with our old connection, I couldn’t trust the motives or take a risk
So, I ignored it and put forth minimal info, and moved on quite brisk
Later when I returned a while, I received another message from you
I assumed you wanted to pick my brain and maybe return me to the past
Back to the trauma, to get answers from me, to things where all pain lasts
Your father a cop, had taught you well and yet he had done so wrong
His behavior mixed with all your smiles and kindness you brought along
Again I didn’t answer, conversations on line I very much limit anyway
What I choose to post, may just be a painting or scenic photo for the day
I hardly check sometimes, as the days go by at this particular place
But today I did, and there it was staring at me, a photo of your face
A classmate had posted it, with a paragraph in writing to say goodbye
Two days ago, you took your life and no-one on there, knows why
Then as I scrolled, I saw someone’s comment and I couldn’t read anymore
Asking why, if he’s loved by so many, didn’t he reach out for help before?

Heidi Sands

12/31/19

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Jean Bush February 2, 2020 at 5:22 PM How sad. You make me feel regret on those I had turned my back on & left. I guess we need to listen more carefully. Heidi Sands February 2, 2020 at 5:48 PM Hi Jean. Yes, the unexpected happens so quickly and can lead to such regret! I agree, we do need to listen carefully. Thank you for your visit and comment on this :)

Ann Gilmour January 2, 2020 at 4:13 AM Heidi, what can I say? This most powerful write is so full of mixed emotions and the very sad ending made it all the more poignant. I was so sorry to hear you are going through this turmoil and I send you my love dear friend. With kindest thoughts Ann xx Heidi Sands January 2, 2020 at 8:12 AM The unexpected can happen at any time. I appreciate your kind comment one this Ann . Thank you for your kind thoughts. Have a nice day :)

Sandra Adams December 31, 2019 at 11:40 PM wow...powerful write about a tragedy... when people get to that point they feel so alone and don't reach out sadly... sorry for your loss... may 2020 bring you happiness and blessings... hugs Heidi Sands January 1, 2020 at 8:15 AM Hi Sandy. I guess I will never know if he was going to ask for help in the messages that he had sent. I appreciate your comment. Happy New Year!

Vijay Pandit December 31, 2019 at 4:29 PM WOW! That last line says it all, Heidi--it happens this way lately--the world has become aloof--no love felt. A tragedy! You had me spellbound from start to finish. Heidi Sands December 31, 2019 at 5:52 PM Thank you Vijay. You are right about that. I hope you have a nice evening and a Happy New Year to come :) Thank you for all your support. I appreciate it always!

Chris Green December 31, 2019 at 3:57 PM Wow, Heidi, this really ripped at my heart. I don't even know what to say, I am speechless. So powerful and I was blindsided by the ending. Wow. Heidi Sands December 31, 2019 at 5:51 PM Thank you, Chris. Have a nice New Years Eve. Happy New Year :)