The wind blew past all the marble stones; your headstone reads
Son, brother, uncle
But I know you were more than that two feet of stone
I know you were tired, but why did you leave me?
We had big plans, and I imagine you here with me.
I didn’t say you could leave; did you even think to ask?
I’m sure you’re still with me, but I feel so alone.
You’ll be safe; I can’t tell if you’ll be okay.
You can’t expect me to lie.
You never had a good poker face.
I want to memorize the lines, just in case.
You know I don’t like it when you
stare. Give me your hand; I have my
warmth to share.
I feel so cold; let me touch you again.
I’m not ready to go; this is what you
expected then.
The time is approaching.
But I’m not ready.
Are we ever?
Please don’t leave me.
I’m so sorry.
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Jazzy
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Head of the Jazzy Writers Association (JWA) in partnership with the Vocal HWA chapter.
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Gratitude For Life
The last time I laughed so hard that my belly hurt was ___________ Rupi Kaur's Gratitude Writing Prompts When I was 24 and going to a women's support group we would laugh, I would go home with a sore face and sore sides. Why? I wasn't used to smiling or laughing. After a few months of doing that, I never have a sore face, sides, or belly from laughing as I laugh enough.
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Comments (7)
Wow sad and very beautiful writing on this piece
Sad, yet beautifully written.
Sadly beautiful work. Well said for us all.
This was so damn sad 😭😭😭😭😭 So beautifully written!
!!! So sad, so relatable, beautifully written as always!
Great entry to the challenge. This reminds me of my own loss.
This was so good and heartbreaking at the same time. Well done.