depression sat
like a big black hat
like a pat becoming a push
like a turd fresh from the tush
but why give into that
I’m not a doormat
or a self-serving cat
why stay so gruesomely flat
so I’m out with my bat
striking hard with a whack
flatten that selfish brat
bringing my sunshine back
life’s too short to wallow
coz it only leaves me hollow
and I’m far better than that
so why give in to the rat
let life burst forth
love joy and hope are first
turmoil can’t swallow
my heart I shall follow!
aroused 
Love it!
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This was fun and deep! Get it!
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Indeed..life is too short to wallow (and be left hollow). 😉 Hugs
it did make me laugh.
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Wonderful poem.
Cheers to all those who give tight fight to depression.
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Yes, we must try to not allow that dark depression to hang around too long.
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Too right! Depression is always lurking in the background, just waiting to claim us. But that doesn’t mean we have to give in to it. Life is for living, we just have to be brave enough to stare the beast down and move, always, toward the light!
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A turd fresh from the tush!! I love it!! Depression can be such a beast but you’ve tamed it with your talented tale!
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A wise poem on how to avoid depressive thoughts, how to defend yourself from bad news and turn it into positive thinking.
I greet and embrace a man full of love and goodness.
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The simplest and also the more difficult path – being true to yourself! I went to the thrift store and bought a pair of leggings and thought of you – they are all over little roses in red, pink, and coral!
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I love that even in the face of depression your wit remains strong.
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lol sorry to mislead, I’ve never had depression … 🙂
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Well, I have, and I can attest to how helpful a sense of humour is even if it is acerbic.
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Ha, loved it!
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Positive and calming poem, Kate. The ending was very inspiring. I will follow my heart with love and joy and not let turmoil disturb me. Great poem.
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This is actually brought tears to my eyes 😢
Brilliant!
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Very inspiring 😃 love the closing stanza!
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Beautifully said. Loved the last line
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Hitting out at selfish depression with a bat…the vivid imagery had me giggling! We all have immense reserves of positive thoughts…just have to delve deeper.
Kate, this resonates. ❤️
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Disappointment for some, depression for others…
You are welcome on both counts. 🙂
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Right on, Kate! Such a truth filled, encouraging poem! I’m with ya’ all the way! 🙂
Timely for these times, but, hey, perfect for all times! 🙂
(((HUGS))) 🙂
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I agree 100%, Kate. A great poem.
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I’m Smiling to myself Kate… I think you’ve been reading my mind…. yes these are oppressing times….
I adore this stanza….
” so I’m out with my bat
striking hard with a whack
flatten that selfish brat
bringing my sunshine back”
I’ll have to rummage around in the shed and find my old cricket, I’ve not had a whack for years…
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I love the attitude of this poem and I agree completely. Nice work Kate!
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