We are all mortal but you have the blessed gift of feeling the pain of mortality and of increased gratitute for every breath you take. You have that capacity for love of living, Felix - I know you do.
Blessings
Monette

So true...I know what it feels like to carry that weight. It is heavy indeed.

Stark and real emotions expressed, Felix. I (and many others I am sure) can relate to this universal affliction. Thank you for sharing your gifts. Love, peace, strength and healing to you.

Regis

Stress kills so silently. This poem shares those sentiments. This is why knowing WHOM to turn to is so important in our lives, in all areas of our lives. Good font usage to display the mood of this work.

blessin's, and relaxation, and prayers Bro. Felix,
cynth'ya lewis reed

Darling Pops... just wish I could blow my tiny little white feather of peace and healing right over the oceans and into your breathless closet... don't think about negative and energy-draining things that you haven't a clue about... think about all the GREAT things in life that are keeping you alive, well and thriving in a spiritual/emotional place, all those things wrapped in pink fluff and bunny slippers that release those endorphins to wage war on the toxins and let the weight roooooooolllllll right away. May the Angel of the Lord encamp around you and breathe confidence and security right into your mind and heart (if you don't mind me praying that?! :)) When you feel too beleaguered to row, let your little boat float on the gentle waves of all our uplifted thoughts and holding hands to glide you along. You are never, NEVER alone, dear Felix... if you can think of nothing else, remember THAT. Don't think "punishment"; think "grace"! OK, preach-out over, but we are WITH you in this and, as I am so aware and grateful of, prayer/meditation/positive visualisation is a very, VERY powerful thing. And your poetry is so strong as it always is - because you write straight from the heart - so it's got to rally, for certain sure! Even if it is poetry-powered! :)) Bless you and love you, Kate xx

There is good in everything bad... sometimes it just not visible. Hugs!

Deep touching piece Felix!!

Hope you will be feeling better soon buddy!!

Love Tinka

A deep,meaningful poem...
Great work Felix

Touche Felix. I have to assume that you've been there....if not, you've got a great outsiders grasp. Excellent work.
Dan

Felix, my heart aches for anyone who endures the dark days of depression. I truly understand, though I am not living through it NOW. it's easy to think we've done something to cause the pain or sadness and must atone for imagined wrongs. look for the tiny flutter of grace in unexpected places and breathe. Dawn

in life's darkest moments all we can do is cope and never stop hoping for the best ... you've expressed your emotions with heartfelt realism ... be well, Felix ...

A deep meaningful and moving write Felix, stay strong my friend, our thoughts are with you.

Paul;-)

A poignant write but don't give up the ship.