Never Give Up
depression is a dreadful disease...52 total reviews
Comment from Thamp
Unfortunately depression is something that reminds us all of our humanity. Nicely captured, well presented, good work. I hope you haven't had too much experience. Have a great day and good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Unfortunately depression is something that reminds us all of our humanity. Nicely captured, well presented, good work. I hope you haven't had too much experience. Have a great day and good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thank you for your excellent review, I appreciate your thoughts.
Comment from Jacob Collins
I have often battled with feelings of depression but I often think to myself that there must be a reason as to the way I am feeling and that it will become clearer to me in later life as to what that is. A cleverly constructed piece of writing, I read your words with ease and I couldn't find any errors. Good luck in the contest...Jacob
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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I have often battled with feelings of depression but I often think to myself that there must be a reason as to the way I am feeling and that it will become clearer to me in later life as to what that is. A cleverly constructed piece of writing, I read your words with ease and I couldn't find any errors. Good luck in the contest...Jacob
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thank you Jacob for your excellent review.
Comment from Dawn Munro
This is a most worthy poem for this contest, IMO - the rhyme is great, but even more, the message is one that people often do not realize about depression. This goes a long way towards raising awareness, so kudos! Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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This is a most worthy poem for this contest, IMO - the rhyme is great, but even more, the message is one that people often do not realize about depression. This goes a long way towards raising awareness, so kudos! Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thank you for your nice comments my friend. Have a great day.
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You're very welcome. :)
Comment from Doc Holiday
Very good description of depression and the agony one goes through in order to find some relief. The Lord is always a good place to start. Well-done!
Good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Very good description of depression and the agony one goes through in order to find some relief. The Lord is always a good place to start. Well-done!
Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thank you Doc for your nice comments, I appreciate it very much. Have a great day.
Comment from Glasstruth
Depression is a disease just like any other, and we can't ignore it. I think it's sometimes inherited. It's nothing to be ashamed of. Very thought provoking. Les
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Depression is a disease just like any other, and we can't ignore it. I think it's sometimes inherited. It's nothing to be ashamed of. Very thought provoking. Les
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thanks Les for your thoughtful review, I appreciate it.
Comment from c_lucas
Emotions can over take us at any time in our life. It is best to fight them than to give into them. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Emotions can over take us at any time in our life. It is best to fight them than to give into them. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read.
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thanks Charlie for your thoughts on this awful disease. Have a nice day.
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You're welcome, Charlie
Comment from Dean Kuch
I happen to be one of these people of which you wrote about concerning depression, Anonymous Poet. Having been clinically diagnosed as manic depressive in 1998, I could completely relate to all you've expressed so well here.
Having faith in God -- staying in His Word via a strict weekly Bible reading and study time -- has helped me to cope with the disease. Yes, depression is indeed a disease. It can be just as debilitating in many ways as physical afflictions are sometimes. One cannot express adequately the overwhelming feelings of loneliness, loss and sorrow it brings about. However, writing about the things that trouble us most can certainly help us to deal with it. It is precisely why I write the things I do.
Excellent rhyming and cadence throughout, on a very relevant topic.
Best of luck to you in the Feelings Prompt.
~Dean :}
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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I happen to be one of these people of which you wrote about concerning depression, Anonymous Poet. Having been clinically diagnosed as manic depressive in 1998, I could completely relate to all you've expressed so well here.
Having faith in God -- staying in His Word via a strict weekly Bible reading and study time -- has helped me to cope with the disease. Yes, depression is indeed a disease. It can be just as debilitating in many ways as physical afflictions are sometimes. One cannot express adequately the overwhelming feelings of loneliness, loss and sorrow it brings about. However, writing about the things that trouble us most can certainly help us to deal with it. It is precisely why I write the things I do.
Excellent rhyming and cadence throughout, on a very relevant topic.
Best of luck to you in the Feelings Prompt.
~Dean :}
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thank you Deano for your wonderful informative review, I really appreciate it. So sorry to hear that you suffer from this dreadful disease. I began my fight with depression in 1992, on the day I was diagnosed with a non-curable, life threatening disease. You're absolutely right about keeping a strong faith. I talk to God many times on a daily basis. Thanks again my friend and may God be with you and your family. Take care of yourself and keep writing.
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You're very welcome, and I promise to do my best to keep it up. It may be dark, creepy, eerie and spooky. But, it comes with the territory, heh-heh.
All my best to you & yours. :)
~DK
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I remember telling you in my review of your first poem posted on this site, that you had a real bright future here. Man, I sure got that right. I've been writing for years on many different sites and in my opinion, you're simply the best at what you do. No one, and I mean "NO ONE" even comes close to you. You truly have a God given talent my friend. Take care.
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Thank you. That's very kind of you to say, and I appreciate the fact that you feel that way.
You take of yourself care too. ~Dean :}
Comment from adewpearl
strong rhyming couplets
actually, it is not a sickness we all go through - everyone experiences time of disappointment, failure, grief, sorrow,
but only SOME people have a mental illness called depression, which is why I hate that the same word is used for both suffering from the disease of depression and for suffering temporary sorrow caused by a life event - my sister suffered clinical depression for many decades, and people would wonder why she just couldn't get her act together and get over it because they were thinking she had the "other" kind of depression
good alliteration in feel like a fugitive and curl up in a corner
good simile too
Brooke
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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strong rhyming couplets
actually, it is not a sickness we all go through - everyone experiences time of disappointment, failure, grief, sorrow,
but only SOME people have a mental illness called depression, which is why I hate that the same word is used for both suffering from the disease of depression and for suffering temporary sorrow caused by a life event - my sister suffered clinical depression for many decades, and people would wonder why she just couldn't get her act together and get over it because they were thinking she had the "other" kind of depression
good alliteration in feel like a fugitive and curl up in a corner
good simile too
Brooke
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thanks Brooke for your thoughts on this life changing disease. I'm sorry to hear about your sister. I've been fighting bouts of depression since I was diagnosed with a life threatening disease several years ago. It can really pull you down and make you feel like your life is completely useless, even cause suicidal thoughts. Take care my friend.
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My sister's first hospitalization was in 1959 when I was only 8 and she was a brand new mom. She died less than two weeks ago after suffering from this severe mental illness for well over 50 years. She died of physical diseases, but her life of suffering was due to the depression.
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So sorry for your loss Brooke. I believe, and I know you do also, that she's in a much better place now. A place where there is no pain or suffering. I also believe with all my heart, that we will reunite with those already in Paradise. Just think Brooke, we're going to Paradise when it's our time. Take care my friend.
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Thank you :-) Our mother died ten days before her first child was born, so yes, I believe she is not with our mother, all these years after waiting to feel her embrace once more :-)
Comment from giraffmang
Hello there,
You have very depicted what a particular type of depression can be like. Of course, not everyone has that urge to cry. Some cannot. Some have no feelings towards anything at all - like a state of limbo.
The denouement in the last section is a nice personal touch and while that may give solace to a small few, I don't think it is fundamental to the treatment for depression.
This is a very well written piece, that captures a mood and feeling very well and deserves to do well in the competition on those grounds.
GMG
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Hello there,
You have very depicted what a particular type of depression can be like. Of course, not everyone has that urge to cry. Some cannot. Some have no feelings towards anything at all - like a state of limbo.
The denouement in the last section is a nice personal touch and while that may give solace to a small few, I don't think it is fundamental to the treatment for depression.
This is a very well written piece, that captures a mood and feeling very well and deserves to do well in the competition on those grounds.
GMG
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thank you GMG for your thoughts on this very serious matter. Have a great day my friend.
Comment from patcelaw
Having suffered from depression for many years, I identify with this poem completely. f you are dealing with depression, feel free to contact me on the message and I will be happy to talk with you about anything. I don not judge either. Patricia
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Having suffered from depression for many years, I identify with this poem completely. f you are dealing with depression, feel free to contact me on the message and I will be happy to talk with you about anything. I don not judge either. Patricia
Comment Written 12-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2015
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Thanks Patricia for your excellent review and your offer to talk about it. Yes, I've been suffering bouts of depression for 22 years, since the day I was diagnosed with a non-curable life threatening disease. Take care of yourself my friend.