When my body aches and my soul is on fire it is her giggles that let me know I'm not a complete failure. … [Read more...] about Random Thought #8
depression
Medicated
I missed a pill.It's like a switch was flippedIn my brain.The clarifying lightOf the forty-watt is gone;Only the black light remains.In the stark relief-scapeThat is left my failings,Both real and perceived,Become glaringly,Almost blindingly apparent.They are all I see,They are all that's there.They are all I am. … [Read more...] about Medicated
Random Thought #4
When I looked in the mirror tonight I recognized myself...I don't know how long it's been. All of a sudden I was like, "Oh, there you are, have you been there this whole time?" … [Read more...] about Random Thought #4
Never-Ending Battle
You've exceeded my expectationsIn reaching the potential I saw in youSo many years ago;You continue to surprise me,Amaze me.But you cannot see pastThe clouded glass that surroundsYour perception of yourself.I watch you fight the tides of darkness.I watch you get swept up and surrenderOnly to battle your way to the surface again.And I marvel at your strength.Your darkness both … [Read more...] about Never-Ending Battle