Struck By Lightning

What a way to go out, something this town would forever talk about..

It’s storming out,

I see you sitting there outside,

You told me, “I don’t wanna be alive.”

At first I stood there stunned,

But then I put my shoes on..

I sat there on the front step next to you,

Unsure of what I should say or even do.

For you.

“Storms usually scare me.”

I smiled calmly as he met my eyes.

“But tonight I don’t mind cause I’m sitting here next to you.”

I saw him smile and knew it was worthwhile.

Though I stopped short when I heard him say,

“I’d risk getting struck by lightning, if it meant spending time with you.”

Reviews

[Chris Shaw]

You put aside your own fears to help someone who was clearly in mental anguish. Just being with someone who is suffering this way helps them. You don’t even have to talk. He smiled and a conversation started. I wanted to know more, where this was going. I enjoyed my visit. Thanks for sharing.

[Ennay]

I'm glad you enjoyed this. I got the idea from both a situation I was in and also a song called "Struck by Lightning" by Sara Kays. I recommend giving it a listen!

[Chris Shaw]

I will do, thank you for letting me know what your inspiration is.