a loner
they say
couldn’t have
imagined
very quiet
they are
always
quiet
mental
illness
not
diagnosed
until
experts
comment
on the news
a loner
needed
help
isn’t it
something
how so
many can
stare into
the face of
tragedy
and lie?
it’s stunning how one moment you’re falling to your knees as the radio or television informs you there has been a mass shooting. i don’t know how many prayer vigils we’ve had at this point. how many times we’ve said this is too much. how many times we’ve packaged cards and well wishes and facebook profiles sending condolences to families and communities and cities. there have been so many hbo specials. there have been dozens and dozens and dozens of expert commentaries on the evening news. google it and you will be accosted with images of non smiling loner faces now famous for horrific acts. and promises that this time is the last time…
fearfree living 
spot on–not diagnosed until experts comment on the news
There are always so many opinions post tragedy. But not many in the midst of crisis.
Thoughtful and somber on just such a subject. I love how you formatted it, which seemed to draw it out and make it all the more somber. Thank you. xoA
Working on voice. It’s interesting how the way to space words create a different tone. Thank you for reading.