I wish the pain you felt wasn’t real.
I wish you grabbed the hands that reached out.
I wish you knew you’d be missed.
I wish you could smile at the world
And believe it’s worth smiling at.
I hope you’re in a better place.
These are just some wishing I have for Mitch Isensee, the 15 year old who choose to end his life. I didn’t know him, but this has effected me as it has affected several. He was a good friend to several of my friends. My heart goes out to his family. My prayers are with them, and I hope they can stay strong together through this ordeal.
Hearing that a 15 year old committed suicide brought back several unwanted memories and what ifs. As most of you know, Tesha went through a very hard time 2 years ago. She was suffering from depression. Several times I was afraid for her life. Haylee and I did everything we could, and gradually she overcame all that was hurting her. Right now I’m worried about Josh. He is really hurting and I don’t know how to help him. This news brought tears of sorrow and hurt for those who were family and friends. It also brought tears of selfish joy that I didn’t have to go through the pain of losing a loved one.
I challenge everyone I know to focus on the good in life. With every horrible thought and action there is a positive outcome. If you spend time grieving the bad, you’ll miss the good. If you’re having a bad day, find at least one good thing that happened that day. I guarantee there is at least one, if you missed it, that’s the question.
2 comments:
I agree with you. We all should focus on the positive things in life. Life is meant to be enjoyed, not to suffer. Peace, love, and thankfulness to you and everyone else.
Hi Chloe,
I am so glad you are writing about this tragedy. Your writing tells me you are able to put yourself in the shoes of everyone who is affected by Mitch's death: close friends, acquaintences, another person who didn't even know Mitch, any teenager, his family, others who are contemplating this decision... I think you really "get" that we are all related and each life touch each life.
I do think Mr. Hanson is right on when we say that life is meant to be enjoyed. And, I do know that to deny the presence of suffering or attempt to ignore it is not an option. Life is celebration and suffering; and through it all experience of grace, love,growth, and hope abound. I am thankful for good teachers, including my children!
I know that you have always carried the inner light of joy within you. I think that is what makes you open to the good things that are there...even if you have to dig through the piles.... "There is a pony in here somewhere!"
Love you, Mom...
Would parts of your entry be appreciated by Mitch's parents, do you think? Just a thought. Perhaps it could be a meaningful blog to share in your school to your classmates and friends... (edited....)
Love you, again and always...Mom
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