Mercy Killing Poem by Paul Warren

What mercy is there in mercy killing
Is it that the person will end suffering
Or is it to relieve the suffering of others
That they love and want better for them

Is it a mixture of both of these things
Particularly when the process lingers
Who will say enough is enough
And so end the suffering for everyone

Even if the deathwatch has not begun
It be a release for everyone once it's done.

© Paul Warren Poetry