My execution

a thousand wishes

My execution is nothing like I thought it would be 

I'm still here kind of, staring at my body, from outside of it 

I'm close to the ceiling fan and its blowing me away 

Should I return to my body? And live another day? 

Or is this the end and I need to hold on to it and not let it slip away 

 

My execution is peaceful and I feel finally free 

I'm glad it wasn't by own hand  

This is better, more like a personal victory 

It wasn't my choice but doesn't mean it was never an option 

 

My brother walks in, he's only 5 

He looks at my cold lifeless body with surprise 

My heart breaks but I can't directly feel it  

But the sound of my heart breaking  

Is like the sound of a large bell 

 

The bell summons me into my body 

Before he can even shed a tear  

My execution didn't last long  

But I'm glad it's finally over 

I guess in the end, I could never leave my little brother... 

  • Author: a thousand wishes (Offline Offline)
  • Published: June 1st, 2022 00:08
  • Category: Sad
  • Views: 29
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Comments6

  • tallisman

    This is good, and it leaves so many questions! , ATW, a good write, ..

  • orchidee

    Where ya going? Not leaving us? We needs ya to write more fine poems still.
    Yes, and if ya went - also - who who feed the cat? or dog? heehee.

    • a thousand wishes

      1. to hell 2. NEVER 3. can you???

      • orchidee

        When will ya be back (answer to number 1)?! Doh! (heehee).

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      • JudyStella

        An emotional piece crafted well. I love that In the end, you show love is strong that it can win over pain! I am glad the brother walked in before it was too late💖

        • a thousand wishes

          I'm glad you liked it and yes it can! so am I

        • Neville


          very original and believe me .. I have had similar experiences whilst meditating and practising astral projection ............. write on my friend .. Neville

        • Bella Shepard

          The feeling of the "execution"from the perspective of the person who is experiencing it, is so intriguing. A feeling of peace and freedom that is seductive, but love and life pull you back. I Love the way you've phrased this poem, and love that you will go on to write many more.

          • a thousand wishes

            Thank you 🙂 I am really glad you liked it and actually I've been thinking that I might write one from the perspective of the executioner...but that's just an idea. Thanks for taking the time to read this!

          • morange

            I love the line "I'm close to the ceiling fan and it's blowing me away". Gives this feeling of lost control in a really beautiful way.



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