A Sign For Leelah & Other Kids

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May 15, 2020 @ 12:34 pm

I have lost many friends in the short time I've been alive

Either from leaving, moving, and dying by suicide

And each time my hands shake with fear as I sit

Screaming to myself about the pain they were in

I once tried to leave this world in pain

Just getting out of bed was such a strain

But when I'd see a kid on the edge

I'd pull myself out if there was a chance

When I see your words I feel that shake

In my hands and I try to stay awake

Because yes, I've lost friends, this is true

Still I'm not used to the pain and I can't lose you

I feel you, I see you, I hear your song

I want to help you breathe even if you feel wrong

Please, I know I'm selfish to beg

But the thought of you dead just fills me with dread

To never see your name, hear your voice, see your face

It is a heartbreak I'll never be able to take

You think since I've lost I'll be fine to lose you

How badly I want to tell you that isn't even true

I'll always support you morning or night

I'll stay up with you while you fight your fight

Sleep means nothing to me if you're not here

One breath at a time, I'll always be here

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