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The Heart and Soul of Depression
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The Heart and Soul of Depression |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone 
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It comes and goes, but shall return regardless of the peace I yearn A quest of spirit walks through maze My life is lived as in a haze. To place my faith in future bliss to believe thus, I should not miss the loves who have all gone before still my heart fights to break the door. I flail adrift in chaos sea and through my search, no answer be Just coldness and alone I feel but still I seek, and someday heal. [This message has been edited by catalinamoon (04-26-2002 07:39 PM).] |
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Gentle Spirit Member Patricius
since 2000-10-09
Posts 13989 |
quote: _________________________________________ I flail adrift in chaos sea and through my search, no answer be Just coldness and alone I feel but still I seek, and someday heal. _________________________________________ Depression is a subject that touches me deeply as I have been there and trying really hard not to do that again.... Sandra......keep seeking....you will hear. My heart is open to listen...always. *s* peace to you sweet dear poetess. ~D~ Like a red brick, |
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Mistletoe Angel 
since 2000-12-17
Posts 32816Portland, Oregon |
 (BIG HUGGGSSSSSS) Oh Sandra, I know how you feel, you are never alone and I know with all my heart very soon your heart will heal the day when true love comes to take you by suprise and never again will you have to crawl through the hedgerows of yearning and your tears will be replaced by laughter! (kiss on cheek) I wish all this happiness to come true for you, sweet friend, God Bless You, my thoughts are with you, we all love you so much! You have such a beautiful heart, sweet SDandra, thank you for sharing!  May love and light always shine upon you! Love, Noah Eaton |
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Marsha
since 2000-07-10
Posts 7423Maidstone Kent England |
Sandra darling girl this is awesome, I mean it, this is an incredible piece of writing, utterly utterly amazing writing it’s so full of beauty and emotion. You always amaze me with your ability to write the emotion, and of course you’ve done it again. Well done, and you know there is a light and hope darling heart always there is hope  Love and warm stuff As always Mushy   To give light to them that sit in darkness..... to guide our feet into the way of peace Luke 2:79 |
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Silver Streak Member Elite
since 2002-01-02
Posts 3625FL, USA |
Hi Sandra, You can beat it! Just give away your rain to sunshine. Look up, not down; look ahead, not back. Depression is a sinking. Give yourself a lift. Like a new hair do, or an ice cream cone, or just go out into the woods and holler it out. Get on a swing in the park, pump hard and shout wheeeeeeeeeeeee! I do! Cause you, God and I know (and almost everybody else, knows, too) that you, Sandra are very, very special. And we need your glow! ((Sandra)) -newell Sharing God's Love through perfectlovepoetry.com |
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Bill Charles Member Patricius
since 2000-07-11
Posts 10619highways, & byways, for now |
catalinamoon - how well I know of your feelings right now. It's a sob to be depressed. Sorry about the words, but I know how you feel. If you would, I would like to hear from you, and perhaps discuss a common ground, called depression... BC |
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Victoria
since 2000-08-12
Posts 5869 |
Nicely written hon...hope you cheer up real soon with the warmer weather around the corner..I always feel happier when the sun is shining..i hate the dark clouds..talk about clouds its suppose to storm any minute..hugss...  ~Victoria |
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ThisDiamond Member Rara Avis
since 2002-02-22
Posts 9353Michigan, USA |
Catalinamoon, The beauty bright. It is the self that aches, it is the self that heals...in its own time. All support brave beauty. ThisDiamond |
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Greeneyes
since 2000-09-09
Posts 9903In Your Poetic Mind |
I flail adrift in chaos sea and through my search, no answer be Just coldness and alone I feel but still I seek, and someday heal. Sandra~ Keep the faith, be reassured that brighter days lie ahead....so much peace to you....big hugssss tooo.....  Lauren~ ~Sinking fast into |
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Magnus
since 2001-10-10
Posts 14135South Carolina, USA |
Sandra, wanting love can be such a strong feeling....Sometimes we just have to let it come to us and know that love will. Your last line leaves hope that love will find you... Just leave the light on... |
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jwesley Member Rara Avis
since 2000-04-30
Posts 7563Spring, Texas |
Sometimes we have to find the answer within, before we can again find it without, my friend. One must smile inside before they can smile without and you're to lovely inside and out not smile...peace comes from within. jwesley oh, and the ghost are coming, they haven't been forgotten.... |
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rwood Member Elite
since 2000-02-29
Posts 3793Tennessee |
but still I seek. Look at you..looking still..and I hope you never stop seeking what it is that makes you feel like you. Your poetry is a wonderful clue. Talent lies there in the form of a great big heart and beautiful soul. Depression and I had a relationship once..but Misery moved in and they got to be really inconsiderate of me.. so I threw them both out. ((Hugs to you!)) Sincerely, Reg |
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Martie
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Member Empyrean
since 1999-09-21
Posts 28049California |
Catalinamoon Depression is such an emptyness...seems it is never ending..I have been there. May peace and release fine you. Hugs! |
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SmartChick Member Rara Avis
since 2001-09-23
Posts 7081On A Journey To The Unknown |
Your writing is beautiful. I know how it feels to be depressed. Love will come your way, when you least expect it. I wish you all the happiness in the world. |
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Suetang Member Ascendant
since 2001-03-07
Posts 5187Melbourne, Australia |
Hello catalinamoon The title immediately drew me in as I am a past sufferer of depression. I could relate to every word you said and even though I won my battle with depression, I still have many of my memories resurface from time to time as if to tell me that it could come back at any time. I imagine this was written from your own experience and I just want you to know that if ever you need to talk I will be here for you as I know only too well that talking to someone who has been through it brings some comfort. I have written many poems about my struggle with depression. I wish you well and hope you have the strength to fight this terrible illness. My thoughts are with you. Take care......Sue Suetang |
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Magicmystery Senior Member
since 2002-02-13
Posts 821Windsor, Ontario, Canada |
Sandra, first, incredibly emotional stuff!!! second, I know what you are talking about... Life has lost it's LIFt and all we are left with is eeeeee. not wanting to eat, not wanting to clean the house or go for a walk, or cook a meal, draw a picture, wanting sooo desparately to wake up the next morning feeling like this was all a bad dream.... I hope you find your way out of that gloomy tunnel into the refreshing light of day. Healing hugs **** Sherry Cherish the good memories past and look forward to the adventure called Tomorrow. |
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tracie66 Member Elite
since 2000-01-18
Posts 4713Australia |
Hi there cat, this is very touching and depression is such a lonely state of being. Know that you are never alone sweetie, especially here ~HUGS~ Tracie Love is the life of the soul... It is the harmony of the universe [This message has been edited by tracie66 (04-27-2002 04:35 AM).] |
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JamesMichael Member Empyrean
since 1999-11-16
Posts 33336Kapolei, Hawaii, USA |
Yes it is hard to believe that hopes and dreams will work out if they always seem to fail...good things happen though...I know...may they be yours soon...James |
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Rick Member Elite
since 2001-06-21
Posts 2903Victoria, Australia |
Dear Sandra a wonderfully express piece of writing you have shared with us all here tonight, I hope your bout of depression will end soon and you can share with us your words of joy. Sincerely Rick. Ps, we have all felt this way before, so don't feel alone in your time of pain. Here is one of mine from 1996 THE HIDDEN TEARS A pool of tears, I’ve cried inside, a river laps its banks. Hidden tears, that no one sees, the tears that show no thanks. They’re quiet, self endured, not showing signs of grief. I wish they would, so that I could, from grief, have some relief. Some people can, but others not, show feelings that they feel. The ones that can’t, just take them in, depression further reel. So don’t be scared man, woman, child, of showing feelings felt. For if not known to others, their cure can’t be dealt. Soldier on!!!! |
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RSEvans Senior Member
since 1999-10-23
Posts 1147Tulsa, OK, USA |
a tear and a smile. Thank you. |
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Logan Senior Member
since 2001-05-28
Posts 1641Arkansas |
Ahhh, and is not that all we can do, to continue to seek? For in the seek, you find..very gentle smile..have missed reading you |
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Larry C
since 2001-09-10
Posts 10286United States |
Sandra, You have managed to drag out all kinds of true confessions! Including me dear girl...always I am available for conversation. But I have managed to leave depression far behind and wish you that same. This was an excellent write. Please don't forget I want to be your friend.  It's never too late to have a good childhood! Woohoo! |
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strbbux Member Elite
since 2001-12-19
Posts 3859 |
Hi Sandra, I have been there and it is not easy, true depression is hard to fight, Mine came from grief but it comes in all forms, and I know many people fighting it today. My faith in God is all that helps me, the drugs make you feel worse. You take care of you, and think happy thoughts. Love, floria Floria |
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suthern
since 1999-07-29
Posts 20723Louisiana |
An ice cream cone might help the blues... depression is a different matter... Your words show you know it's the enemy within that drinks the very life out of you. May you find the strength for your struggle... and be released from its grip into a lifetime of happiness. |
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catalinamoon
since 2000-06-03
Posts 9543The Shores of Alone |
I just want to tell everyone who answered this, I am feeling a bit better, and thank you so much for caring  Sandra |
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Interloper
since 2000-11-06
Posts 8369Deep in the heart |
Seeking is living ... it is how you hold yourself in the process that counts Whatta nurse! |
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nakdthoughts Member Laureate
since 2000-10-29
Posts 19200Between the Lines |
Sandra, it comes and goes, I know that feeling. This morning I was on a high..by this afternoon I went out for some air and walked the streets..holding back tears...but I think mine are of fear..it has such a hold on me sometimes.. hugs M |
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bsquirrel
since 2000-01-03
Posts 7855 |
Love the redemptive tone at the end... |
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Cerenity Member Elite
since 2000-02-16
Posts 2637Escondido-California |
Hi Sweetie, This is so full of truth and emotions WOW, sending my love your way (BIG HUGS) I went to that Heaven on Earth store this weekend and it brought back such sweet memories of our time together, I miss your smile. LOve, Cerenity |
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Janette
since 2001-07-20
Posts 2843Chicagoland for now |
Sandra I know of no one who can express such thought provoking verses as you do in so little space. YOU do this excellently. |
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Honeybee Member Ascendant
since 1999-12-26
Posts 5372Ontario, CANADA |
Sandra, no wonder why I relate so deeply to every thing you pen. The title caught my eye instantly, and it's like you are seeing the world through my eyes with this. Then again, each case is it's own type of hell. Depression takes on many forms and disguises, and a pill or simply winning the lottery cannot just solve the problem - too many believe that to be true. Often it's a spiritual void that is in need of a Godly hug. I wish you the best, and even though I try to remain optimistic and cheerful, I hide the dark part of my depression too. If ever you need to talk, just email me ([email protected]), and I am also on msn too Hugs, Melissa~ "Poetry is not an opinion expressed... |
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passing shadows Member Empyrean
since 1999-08-26
Posts 45577displaced |
endless battles, maybe one day there will be peace and happiness, I pray |
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