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I'D Like To Help You

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I'd like to help you but I'd have to go far far out of my comfort zone become accident prone I'd have to face the bullets and I have no bullet proof vest on my chest It's naked and bear It's not that I don't care... I'd like to help you but I'm kind of helpless right now don't ask me how I got to this state Anyway...it's too late I see you drown and I frown unhappy with your Ophelia like mess Yet...I do confess I'd really like to help you, but then.... where were you when I was going down about ready to drown... Oh yes! I remember! You were "out of town" I didn't see your face there was no proffered grace for me none that I could see I was strangely alone forlorn in my storm... I'd like to help you, but you see You never helped me never took a bullet to save watched me lowered to poetic grave never deflected an arrow that shot down this sparrow never thought of going out on the proverbial limb cause you knew the outcome was grim Not only did not you offer a hand but you joined the lynching band Tearing asunder... You joined in their thunder and, yes, though it pains me to hear your call for me to be near as you flail in the tide wanting me by your side finally, devoid of pride, I now know I must confide... I'd like to help you, but you see you never helped me I'm not that steady, and I don't feel ready to help you now I'd be dragged down somehow I've just crawled out of the grave I don't think I can save someone... who never ever helped me! Eileen Manassian

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Mama Bear

Date: 5/8/2016 6:47:00 PM

Sometimes self preservation is more important than trying to help someone who has never been there for you. Your heart may bleed for them but if you die bleeding for someone who does not care it is defeating yourself and them. You are always there for the people who deserve it and you should never answer the call from someone who does their best to bring you down. You have too much character and love for people to get involved in something that is not right for you Blessings and hugs Edith

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/9/2016 11:27:00 AM

Thanks, Edith. I have stood up for people only to get shot down. The ones I stood up for were a no show. Go figure. I've learned my lesson. I've been very tempted to speak up, but....it just isnt' worth it. Thanks for your kindness to me. I'm in a bit of a slump, but....it will pass. Hopefully. Hugs and blessings to you, dear. You always lift up my spirits.

Paul Callus

Date: 5/8/2016 4:02:00 PM

The metaphor works well, Eileen; emotionally it takes a lot out of you. The reasoning is understandable...I have passed through similar things, and there were times when I said 'that's it...no more', but it's not in my nature; I soon find myself forgiving, even if pride creeps up to me calling me a fool and a coward! Hope you're feeling better now. hugs // paul

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/8/2016 4:14:00 PM

You are a good man, Paul. I am not surprised that you are able to go the second mile, dear. :) I'm proud of you for that. I hope all is well. I have missed you. Hugs

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 5/6/2016 7:49:00 PM

I like the humour of it and still I suspect because of your kind nature you would indeed help.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/8/2016 3:08:00 PM

I have kept myself from helping this time, Richard. The push was strong, but to be honest...I have no leftover emotions to withstand storms here. You have CONSISTENTLY come to my rescue. It should never surprise anyone why you are my favorite poet here. You writing is top notch...your heart is the same. Thank you.

Anne-Lise Andresen

Date: 5/6/2016 2:35:00 PM

- Bitterness can result in hate, dear Eileen ...... I believe your heart will help anyway - The bitterness closes the blood flow and will give you a headache my friend ...... it is not worth the pain - Great written :) - hugs and happy weekend // Anne-Lise :)

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/8/2016 3:09:00 PM

Yes, Sunshine. It is sad, but true. Bitterness can ruin life. I hope you had a great day, today. Love and hugs to you, Sunshine.

Charmaine Chircop

Date: 5/6/2016 8:38:00 AM

Its easy to help those who were always there for us ..but yes its so difficult to help those that never heard our cry and ignored us ...We are human..and as human ..yes, guess we all act in such manners..Only God can help us to love and reach for those who hurt us or let us down..I can feel this and relate to it Eileen.

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/8/2016 3:12:00 PM

Thanks, sweetie. I know that you have a big heart and can love and forgive. It's admirable in you. :) I hope you had a lovely day today. I still miss Malta. Hugs to you...

Ilene Bauer

Date: 5/5/2016 6:06:00 PM

wow! you tell 'em, girl! this is very powerful and perfectly expressed, eileen! it must have felt great to get those feelings down...

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/8/2016 3:13:00 PM

Yes...Yes, it did. Sometimes people wonder why you don't just into the fray. Well, if you've been beaten down and were not rescued...it kind of becomes hard to be a rescuer. Hugs, dear.

Richard D Seal

Date: 5/5/2016 5:55:00 PM

it's easy to feel this way, not easy to respond to someone that has let you down, and you know if you help them they will only do it again. Sad to say this is the way of the world and it's getting ever more worse. Love the drowning metaphor is this write my little Desert Orchid. Keep well and take care, Richard

Eileen Manassian
Date: 5/8/2016 3:06:00 PM

Thank you, Richard. I've gone out on a limb for people...only to get shot down. I'm not willing to do that anymore. I invest in those who invest in me. We must survive. Hope all is well with you. I'm glad to see you leave a comment on my work. Take care, Mr Seal.