Don't Swing On A String

For a contest about suicide. Suicide is no laughing matter and should be taken seriously. I do not condone or ever will condone this act!! If anyone ever needs an ear I am here. #Yourlifematters!!!!

The rope hangs on the fan tight

Waiting for it's victim to take a swing 

Tied tight for a snug fit around the neck 

A chair just slightly under for a quick drop 

The rope calling out "Don't wait to long" 

A person with troubles they seem unable to overcome 

Tired with life and see no good in it anymore 

All hopes and dreams dashed 

Just about to take the plunge 

Until they hear a whisper in their ear 

It's the glimmer of hope 

It's the saving grace they hoped would come 

"Don't swing on a string" the whisper said 

"I would be alone if you are gone"

"I would miss you more than anything"

"I love you to much to let you do this"

"Don't swing on a string" 

"You are worth so much more"

"You bring me joy even if all you can see is darkness"

"You are someone I can't live without"

The rope still tied to the fan 

Waiting for you to drain your pain 

Waiting for you to take the plunge 

Yet, no one is there for it to swing 

"Thank you for coming down" said the whisper 

"You are braver than you believe, 

You are stronger than you seem,

Smarter than you think and loved more than you know"

 

Reviews

[Slow Leak]

"Don't swing on a string"
Man, those words are strong. Haunting, great imagery.

The rope still tired to the fan * Maybe a spelling error there? 2nd to last paragraph

Ok use of A.A Milne quote at the end, but would have preferred to hear something more heartfelt after such a powerful poem. Use your voice!

[MandaBear]

Thank you for the review and the spelling error. I will go and fix it =) I am glad you liked it

[Coyote Poetry]

A very serious poem.
"Thank you for coming down" said the whisper
"You are braver than you believe,
You are stronger than you seem,
Smarter than you think and loved more than you know"
I lost two brothers to suicide. Both used the rope. They were afraid of life. Strong body don't mean strong minds. The poem had hidden wisdom in it. Life is chance. Death is the ending. Thank you for sharing the powerful words.
Coyote

[MandaBear]

I am sorry to hear about your brothers. I can't imagine how that feels to loose someone like that.

[Coyote Poetry]

Somethings are to teach us to be kinder. Their deaths taught me to lead with concern, kindness and love.

[Crimson Apples]

I really love your writing =) This is a very awesome poem, and I love the message I'm getting from it.

[MandaBear]

Thank you I am so glad you enjoy my little writings by little old me lol