Can't Catch Me

You can't catch me

I'll be gone by the time they come

With the death of so many loved figures this year, a lot of people are starting to go mad, and doing the worst thing you could possibly do.

Literally mean death wishes.

Around Facebook I have been seeing a lot of jokes.

Pictures of political figures and celebrities.

Above these pictures are captions that are wishing death upon them.

A friend of mine posted a picture of the Kardashian family. (In case you were wondering, the Kardashians are a famous family known for their wealth and style. They aren't the classiest people in the world and are terrible role models to our children.)

I commented on my friends picture telling her I knew it was a joke, but she  really shouldn't wish death upon their lives.

I was shocked by her response.

She said she knew it was a joke but she also believed it. Bad people like the Kardashians deserved to die.

One by one. People began to agree with her.

How can people be so blind?

Death is not the answer.

Death does not solve our world problems.

Death is permanent.

These people have mothers and fathers, they have children and lovers. Brothers and sisters. Aunts and Uncles.

No one who is a normal person like you and I deserves to die. Even if they happen to be living in the lime light.

I know I might lose some friends for posting this, and I know people might get mad at me, but I was hoping I could steer the rest of us in the right direction.

I was hoping I could bring a different mindset into light.

Yes, our world isn't perfect. We have a long way to go. There's a lot of s**t going on right now.

We have a lot of change coming our way, and it's up to us to be the ones to make the right changes.

If you think the world is going down the drain, get up and help change it.

Educate yourself.

You might think the small stuff won't make change, like helping an elderly woman carry her groceries, holding the door for someone, picking up liter..

but it does make change. It makes a change by showing people love still exists.

Love is powerful.

I'm already on my way.

In a universe full of bitter and jaded human beings it's rare to find someone who is the opposite.

Staying positive and choosing love over hate isn't a cake walk.

But it sure beats negativity and hatred.

And the best part of it all is...

 

It ripples.

If you're looking to shut me down, good luck.

You can't  and you wont catch me.

I've been giving hope and positivity since the day I was born.

It's just your choice if you'd like to run with me as a light in dark....

Author's Note

Reviews

[zaisham9393]

I agree with 100%. Wishing death on someone just because we don't like or agree with them is unacceptable. If you hate someone, does not mean you waste your life picking their flaws,focusing on judging others,bullying them instead of changing your life for the better.
I don't know if it makes sense. but that's just what I think.

[dan]

I see reprehensible celebs in the news and online and I just wish that they would go away. Not die, just go away. Get out of MY face. That may not be the best attitude either but it's how I feel. Celebrities are not perfect, I know that. But they flaunt their imperfections and wear them like crowns. So I just say, under my breath...."Please, just go away."
A very thought provoking post, Kathryn. Well done. take care...dan

[Coyote Poetry]

I agree my friend.
"Death is not the answer.
Death does not solve our world problems.
Death is permanent. "
Negative thoughts take us to bad places. Better to forget and move on. I liked the thoughts and the wisdom shared. Thank you for sharing the powerful story and thoughts.
Coyote

[Woody]

I felt this rant came from a lovely heart and I loved it. bless you Kathryn. if you lose friends over this, they were not really friends, then and I say, good riddance.

[The Realist]

i absolutely agree with you on this. why wish death upon a being when you only know the edited version of them and not their true selves?
yeah the Kardashians are not the brightest people to be role models but so what they do what they have to do to get by.
if you don't like someone ignore them altogether. period.
ignorance is bliss right??
btw, no offence to your friend but i found her rude to say something like that.
to leave on a positive note, i enjoyed this Kathryn Smith:)

[Fahmida Mehreen]

Loved the last couple of lines. Makes the work very composed.

[wordman]

the world is changing ! a creative write,loved the image

[Unknown Poet]

I love this ....
Energetic enthusiastic motivational and also very touching, yes death is not the right choice!!