Sounding Alarm (Collab with NiClean)

by Sherry Lynn   Aug 30, 2007


Emergency call sounds at three
suddenly a child can not breath
sirens wail down the street
another night a medic won't sleep

Palely blue turning faces
children seemingly the worst cases
nothing in the world could prepare
a man face to face with his nightmare

gentle hands must work quick
attempt an iv with just one stick
adrenalin pumping feel the rush
this little ones lungs are now crushed

"he was only alone for just a few
taking baths by himself is nothing new"
said his mother while choking on tears
"how can he die at just 3 years?"

Heads now hung and tears are shed
even the medics cannot understand
despite their efforts; they gave their best
now this child must be laid to rest

(C) Sherry Lynn and NiClean

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  • 16 years ago

    by Finalgravedigger

    Wow deep and nice for the contest 5/5

  • 16 years ago

    by Pesamenteiro

    Perfect rhyming and wording. You really put emotions into words wich is something I struggle for. Another great poem
    5/5

  • 16 years ago

    by .K.i.T.t.Y.

    Wow. this was a great poem. its unique and emotional. i could feel the sadness portrayed into this poem. the only suggestion i have is the consistancy of capitalizing or not the firt letters of the stanzas. =]

  • 16 years ago

    by StormyStar

    Another great poem.. i love your style. 5/5

  • 16 years ago

    by The Pessimistic Peabody

    Very disheartening, a great write though very sad. Feeling flowing like a waterfall throughout and the flow was great. The first stanza was the perfect lead in, didn't give away too much but set the stage for suspense! nicely done collab. left me wanting more. 5. Balance out capitalization that is all.

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