just a handful of strangers
who she can call friends
on this long road through hell
that may never end
.
she prays to the gods
that they set her free,
but so deeply despairing
“can they even hear me?”
.
just a handful of pennies
to keep her from death’s door
but hunger prevails
as her daily encore
.
and the paint it peels
down more mouldy green walls
where sunlight evades
and fear prevails
.
just a handful of hope
to keep her from death
perhaps that’s the point
of this never ending test?
.
will she break
or will she stand tall
as we throw everything and more
to see if she falls
.
It’s been a while since I posted anything…
in all honesty I’ve been struggling a lot these past couple of months. I’m only just starting to feel more ‘normal’ again after what has been a very dark hole of depression I found myself trying to claw my way back out of.
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Firstly, Brilliantly written prose. The descriptions are top-notch as always! Secondly, I am so sorry to hear you have had a depressive episode. Feel free to message me on discord if you ever need an ear! I have had one of my own recently and I understand how deep and horrible they can be. Hang in there <3
Very sorry to hear that you’ve felt so stuck, depression certain robs away joys like writing. Praying for you, Kayleigh!
I'm so sorry you've been struggling so much 😭😭😭
Missed you on here chica! You write beautifully! Praying 4 you friend! Sending a huge hug of comfort your way!
Glad you've made it this far, Kayleigh! I know long-distance support isn't much help, but you certainly have mine! Keep the poetry coming, please!
Lassie! glad to see something from you tho sad its a dark one! glad you are pulling through! tho our journeys are different, I know what those black holes are like! poem was beautiful and powerful! sending you hugs and will keep you in my prayers!
Oh! Dear, I feel sad for you. I know, there are times in life when it feels like giving up on everything... I feel, too. But we all know that giving up is never an option. We have to pass through the things anyway... We gotta handle the obstacles anyway... I would like you to never lose hope in yourself and Most importantly in God! He's maybe testing you. For He tests only the people He loves the most! ❤ You're one of them... These difficult situations are that make life work and exciting. I believe " PAINS ARE BLESSINGS IN DISGUISE" Stay Strong, my dear sister .😊🤝 Your poem is beautiful... The use of "Just a handful" makes your poem depict the real meaning of every stanza 🤗