I Could Never Be So Brave

...in memory of Sylvia Plath

I Could Never Be So Brave

                             

 

 

I could never

be so brave

to take my life

within my hands,

to feel it slip away

like it were sand

between my fingers.

 

to die a death

of asphyxiation,

a methodical means

of annihilation…

 

No, I could never

be so brave!

 

Reviews

[Cassie]

Depression is real, it eats away the soul so bad.

[Kelly Scheppers]

Depression was such a battle for her. To have the forethought to protect her children the way she did before committing suicide, was something that shook me when I saw the documentary on her life. It's called "Sylvia", and Gwyneth Paltrow portrays her. It's a movie you will never forget! Thank you so much for reading this, Cassie!

[Cassie]

I will look for that movie. Thank you

[Chris Shaw]

A difficult subject to write about, especially when it refers to Sylvia Plath. She gassed herself, leaving biscuits and milk for her two young children who were sleeping. She had previously tried before. She must have been driven to despair and I won't judge her. However I do think about the effect it had on her children and that her son also died by his own hands years later. An interesting write which gets you thinking. Thank you Kelly.

[Kelly Scheppers]

It had to have taken an emotional toll on the lives of those two children. One can only imagine the infinite struggle and pain they endured growing up. Thank you for reading this one, Chris. I have another on Sylvia I wrote a few years ago, telling of the circumstances of the night she took her life. I'd really love for you to read it.

[Chris Shaw]

I'd be happy to read it. Still finding my way round this site. Is there any way you can send it to me?

[Kelly Scheppers]

I'd be delighted to send you a readers request. It's called an "RR". There's a box at the upper right hand corner of every poem you post with eight icons in it - there you will find a little white envelope with a green dot on it. When you click on it, it reveals all the names of your friends. You decide who to send out an invitation to, to read your poem. If you have any other questions, I'd be glad to help if I can. Let me know, ok?

[Chris Shaw]

I found it and I've sent one to you. Hope that is ok?
Gradually finding my way about. Thank you Kelly.

[Papaya]

Courage is often born from despair.
But sometimes it is channeled in the wrong direction.
I think you wrote this so well given the subject.
Well done.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I appreciate that, Ana...so much. Thank you!

[Papaya]

I think even the font choice adds to it you know? The lines are not so smooth, sort of delicate. Anyway. You're welcome. This one is very good.

[Neville]

It seems Sylvia Plath & my godmother had more than poetry in common......There is a sadness that is often said unspoken...............................A moving write indeed...Thank you Neville

[Kelly Scheppers]

That you were moved by the weight of my words truly touches me in return. Thank you for acknowledging that, Neville.

[Neville]

and I in turn feel compelled to write, my gratitude complete.....N ...

[Stella Armour]

well, who knows what depths of despair can do to the mind ?

it is not for us to judge , but no, I personally could not hurt those left behind with such a sad memory.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I would never judge anyone in a situation like this. You just never know what someone is going through! Thank you, Stella! ( I keep wanting to scream your name like Brando! ) ; )

[Stella Armour]

oh no ! not you as well... even my dr does it each time I walk through his door lol

[Kelly Scheppers]

How cool is that, to be able to hear Brando utter your name? What a classic!

[Stella Armour]

haha ... it gets boring after a while

[Pete Langley]

I`ve spent a long time reading and re-reading your poem, Kelly, trying to ask myself the right questions. I`ve not come up with anything insightful, both personally or in general, except perhaps that some among us value that which they have lost so much that they see no future. For me, having been married to the love of my life for forty-six years and then having lost her suddenly made me realise that despite my despair
I was basically just another mammal instinctively trying to persist another day - and then another.

Thanks for giving me such food for thought, Kelly. P

[Kelly Scheppers]

It's truly all we can do, to take one day then another. Your avatar depicts a wise soul of a man, to me, as does your writing. I admire your style very much, but never thought to tell you. Thank you for the warmth these words bring me today, Pete! Many blessings.

[Karmee]

Wow, very profound, suicide is a horrible subject to talk about. Powerful read here

[Kelly Scheppers]

It's always a thrill for me to gain a new reader. Thank you so much for the kindness you've brought me today!

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Yes, I understand the profound feeling here. Your poem is a lovely tribute to a gifted life taken by suicide. Your words are so analytical yet graceful and delicate and ask the answerless questions...who of us has not considered suicide when life is cruel, crushing and untenable...I am so sorry to know that you are going through difficult times dear Kelly. I thank you for your important, powerful poem and I send you light, strength, blessings and friendship.

[Kelly Scheppers]

I deeply appreciate your concern for me, Annette, but I am truly fine. This was simply pure conjecture on my part. But I really love your perspective on what I wrote, for your opinion is pretty much my own! Thank you so much!

[Annette Pisano-Higley]

Great to hear! You are so welcome my friend.:)

[Dave]

This is so strong! Who among us have not contemplated
taking that step into the "great unknown?" I edged this,
slightly in my "Dark Visitor." To reconcile oneself to the
inevitability of death or bringing it about by oneself is
the ultimate act of bravery or cowardice.

Please - take care - Dave

[Kelly Scheppers]

Going through some changes I am finding most difficult, but I am determined to pull through. Thank you for the warmth your kindness brings me today, Dave!

[Coyote Poetry]

Me either. New world. Assisted suicide. This scare me. I understand this poem Kelly. Give me a few more days over death. Willingly. Thank you for sharing your powerful and worthwhile thoughts.
Coyote

[Kelly Scheppers]

I'm finding it's a subject most people don't agree upon. Many thanks, John!

[Coyote Poetry]

A difficult subject. You are welcome my friend.