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  Depression
by Jill Eisnaugle
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Rated "G" by the Author.

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Depression is a difficult illness for both the sufferer and the family and friends who support the sufferer.

For those who suffer, you're in my prayers.


 

 
One minute you’re happy; the next, you are sad
A few minutes later, you’re angry, then glad
In the course of an hour, you’ve laughed, yelled and cried
As the mood swings slowly toss your sense aside
Without even knowing, you’ve sent friends away
Unable to control what you do or say
Then, you sit and wonder why you’re on your own
The world seems so empty when you’re all alone.
 
Irrational thoughts swirl like a hurricane
You act upon feelings you cannot explain
Then, suffer the burdens that come in their wake
No power to grasp the plans you chose to make
Your heart succumbs quickly, weighted by your grief
Nothing at all seems to offer relief
Once more, you resort to crying through your dread
You close all the curtains and return to bed.
 
One minute you’re sitting on top of the earth
The next, you are probing for some sense of worth
You sit and are grateful for your friends who care
Then, worry you’ve become a load they must bear
The anguish you feel rips you apart, inside
Stealing your emotions; deflating your pride
The mind seems trapped inside fifty prison cells
Such is the existence where depression dwells.
                                                            
© 2008 – Jill Eisnaugle’s Poetry Collection



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Reviewed by Barbara Henry 11/24/2012
Wonderful, well written and thought provoking work,Jill.
It paints a dire, but truthful picture of "the norm"for far too many.
Continued success/
Barbara J Henry
Reviewed by Kim Blake (Reader) 8/20/2008
Very very well written. Depression is a difficult thing to describe to someone who has never experienced it but I would say this piece would give a very clear picture.
Reviewed by Michelle Kidwell Power In The Pen 7/30/2008
Jill
You describe depression well, I have family members who suffer from it...My Mother, and an Uncle who was in Vietnam, as well as several friends, thank you for sharing this write, that was right on target
In Christs Love
Michelle~
Reviewed by - - - - - TRASK 7/27/2008
Depression Is: NOT HAVING SOMETHING TO DO WITH YOUR 2 HANDS...

TRASK
Reviewed by E T Waldron 7/26/2008
Jill, you have written it so well, you should have it published! There are many kinds of depression. The kind that comes after a death is bad, but it usually doesn't last,hopefully! If it does there is need for help. I too have been remiss in reading and commenting due to the problem of diabetes causing eye problems. Hopefully it will improve with time, but it's slow going. Please take care.

Love,
Eileen
Reviewed by Wanda Miller-Berry 7/25/2008
You have accurately described the lives of many. Hopefully this exquisitely written piece of insight will encourage those affected to seek the help needed.

Wanda
Reviewed by Paul Berube 7/25/2008
Jill,

You describe depression to a tee. The flow, rhyme and meter of your poetry is exquisite. Peace, Love and Blessings Always, Paul.
Reviewed by Georg Mateos 7/25/2008
Next time you sign something add Shaman under your name.
Herbs can cure, words do it too.

Georg
Reviewed by Jill curry (Reader) 7/24/2008
heartfelt piece, when one is fighting depression the understanding of others can be so encouraging
Reviewed by Karla Dorman, The StormSpinner 7/24/2008
Don't I know it, these extreme mood swings - especially since my Daddy died - powerfully expressed.

(((HUGS))) and love, Karla. :(
Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle 7/24/2008
Hi Jill,you express the true feelings of how a person is when they are dealing with depression.It is a rollercoaster of feelings that are unexplainable.Depression is very hard on the sufferer as well as on their family and friends.I wish I can hug a person who is suffering from depression and know that things will be ok.take care

Edwin
Reviewed by Lew Duffey 7/24/2008
Well put. Who hasn't experienced it. It is sad when it's the norm rather than the exception.
God Bless,
Lew
Reviewed by Lois Christensen 7/24/2008
As a depressed person fighting it each day, I am glad you put it in words. Just like I feel is how this poem states it. It is so true it is a bothersome problem and to be dealt with possitive thoughts as much as you can. Tears one moment, laughter the next, no in between feelings.
Reviewed by JASMIN HORST SEILER 7/24/2008
You are not just a skilled poet, but also a wise medicine women,
thank you ,and bless you! Jasmin Horst
Reviewed by Rose Rideout 7/24/2008
There are times when we all have a taste of depression and some of us can fight it off and move on with smiles while others become angry and argumentive. You have explained this perfectly Jill and for many who don't realize what the problem is can easily understand by reading your words. Thank you for sharing.

Newfie Hugs, Rose
Reviewed by Paul Berube 7/24/2008
Great write Jill. Very well said my friend. God bless.
Reviewed by Karen Lynn Vidra, The Texas Tornado 7/24/2008
You've captured the feelings of this illness/disease perfectly. I sometimes get depressed myself; try not to stay in this frame of mind. I'd much rather be happy. Good write, Jill; brava!

(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Burleson, Karen Lynn. :)
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