Simple as a Breath. (poem) by Isabella Koldras on AuthorsDen

Simple as a Breath.
by Isabella Koldras → (All Poetry by Isabella Koldras)
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The GAP, Sydney, place of breathtaking beauty.............suicide location. Many jumped from the GAP after battling...several depression, bipolar disorder... human deception, broken heart...depleted of zest for life.- Isabella Koldras "Can I help you in some way?" - Don Ritchie, Angel of the GAP. Life Australia 13 11 14 Kids Helpline 1800551800 Suicide Call Back service 1300659467 Beyond blue 1300224636 (24 hrs) USA National Suicide & Crisis Hotlines 1-800-SUICIDE, 1-800-273-TALK Tanka Poem and Photo by Isabella Koldras

The Gate of Hope jammed excited pessimists crawl ....one by one... beneath found in fence GAP bringing doom and gloom with them..... pushing hard over each other widen the entrance.....little... on their way through.... and making easier for rest to follow...... Sad dark negative feelings sealed your heart. In no time joy turns sorrow clouds darken the sky..... ....suffocating breath..........Act now take chance...other way out... gulp .....run to exit.....breathe... breathe in Love... Hope...... Safe your life! Really that simply.... at least now when more savvy words filled your heart... soul ...still left much to learn for mind. Breathe in.... guts, fearless courage that offers your mind more finished shapes, forms of beauty....than Verse, Art can. Breathe out..... the cheap flattery, exaltation won by chance, breathe in......work designed for great achievements, merits, awe, respect......by honest Man..... Then....take deep breathe out.... .....cunning dissimulation for the public to respect you for your tricks, luck, breathe in...bursting with youth coquettish skin, breathe out.... ridiculous man, both.....without concern wooing.....talk......and promise love in unattainable hues. To rescue yourself.... breathe in.... a little folly necessary to help you out ....when breath shallows, help out .....of depression when your mood starts to lift.... after you finished treatment sedated......over....... breathe in ...the safeguards to protect health, mind, your soul. Breathe out.... strict diets... ....recommended by "experts" to restrict calories, carbs, fats,....which is a tiresome step, illness by itself.......Indeed..... Take deep breath..........Breathe in the view across the Lake, calm Peace....... Relaxation Returning to you.......Yoga feel..... ride of Life.... light of Hope Hug from stranger..... Laugh.... .....whether it's funny or not..... take in........ Awareness delivered by wind......breathe in..... Walk by water steady waves. Climb....... high enough to see city sky, lights....... mountain overlooks.......Take in Confidence.. ....New Frame of Mind..... Doooon't quiiiit!...........get back....Zest for Life. Simple as a Breath Copyright 2013 © Isabella Koldras

Reviewed by Carol Ann Phelan

Reviewed on February 19, 2021

This journey was powerful to read. I felt an appreciation for all those who help others veering towards suicide. I got this image of a solid dark space and the work involved to loosen it up breath by breath. A feat indeed when the suffering one is being suffocated and can't even move a muscle!

Very meaningful and precious words!

Wishing you a creative weekend!

With respect and smiles galore...

Carol

Reviewed by Barbara Henry

Reviewed on September 29, 2013

It is as simple as breathing,and when we "just do it," our lives become less restricted,more positive,hopeful.
Thank you for sharing and reminding us how simple it is to live meaning lives.
Continued success-
Barbara J. Henry

Reviewed by Asa Seeley

Reviewed on April 15, 2013

well done...I like the introduction too

asa

Reviewed by Richard Cederberg

Reviewed on March 18, 2013

The discipline necessary to write in the Tanka form has always interested me. I, too, use the tanka as a vehicle to tell stories. I call them 'Tanka Trains'. The message of your poem, and your heart, is felt deeply within the snippets of your phraseology. Enjoyed this ... richard

Reviewed by Budd Nelson

Reviewed on March 16, 2013

it is so sad that this is the case to often
budd

Reviewed by Ronald Hull

I do not know why they seek suicide, especially the beautiful and talented. But they do. Your poem seems to provide a way for escaping the thought by positive solutions to the problem. Very creative and instructive.

Ron

Reviewed by Regis Auffray

Reviewed on March 15, 2013

Your poem deals with a universal and timeless theme of this world/life, Isabella. Love, peace, and hope to you and to all,

Regis