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Unzipping bag — Kevin Davis

A white, plastic bag Embracing the deceased Zipped over the face Enclosed and resting in peace Creaking sound of the zipper Shaky, unsteady movement A pure whi

"Not my son, You have to be wrong" A chanted statement From a hopeful mom Unable to speak anything but what causes harm I'm Wishing time would have been more ki

Maleek S — 14 year old boy

This is not normal And I will never allow it to be Ive seen too many mothers Fall to their knee Children on break from school Unable to enjoy the sun Fearing th

A mother in shock Every word you cannot say I hear loud and clear Shallow breath And a quiet "okay" Couldn't make him reappear

You couldn't even dream Of what I do. Because the reality of it is, This is a dream that should Never have to come true. A fatal decision, A mother's tears, A b

You couldn't even dream Of what I do. Because the reality of it is, This is a dream that should Never have to come true. A fatal decision, A mother's tears, A b

Head trauma. Let sweet dreams soothe his mama. Let familiar voices soothe his mind, Giving him peace, grace, and time, Allowing body and soul to recombine.

My sturdy heart Crumbles into pieces As a mom pleads to God above, Hoping that her faith increases But there is nothing that could be done. For any chance her s