By Kimberly Zapata Dearest Mama, You may not know me — and I may not know you — but I see you. I get you. I understand you. I know exactly what you are thinking and how you feel. Of course, I know that may not mean much. My virtual compassion does not make you feel any … Continue reading To The Suicidal Mama Struggling To Stay Alive
Category: Suicide
I Attempted Suicide But Didn’t Want To Die
By Kimberly Zapata The day began like any other: with the pungent smell of cigarettes and coffee, with the distant sound of footsteps and muffled conversation, and with the rising of the sun. An early “Wait, it isn’t even 6 o’clock yet. Why is it bright out?” rising of the sun. Of course, I didn’t see the … Continue reading I Attempted Suicide But Didn’t Want To Die
I Will Tell My Daughter I Am A Suicide Survivor. Here’s Why
By Kimberly Zapata The first time I tried to take my life I was 17 years old. I was a junior in high school — a straight A student bounding toward what should have been a successful senior year — and while, on paper, things looked good, I looked good, the reality of my life … Continue reading I Will Tell My Daughter I Am A Suicide Survivor. Here’s Why
I Don’t Want To Talk About Suicide
By Briton Underwood of Punk Rock Papa I don’t want to write about suicide. My sister blew her fucking brains out. I picture the night in my head. I see her drinking the strong stuff. Eyes watery and bloodshot from all the crying and booze. Open pill bottles and bullets strewn across a table. I … Continue reading I Don’t Want To Talk About Suicide
Greater Than: Illness 