My Grave...a sad poem

richardpeeej By richardpeeej, 2nd Mar 2011 | Follow this author | RSS Feed | Short URL http://nut.bz/m9mo-3vm/
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I wrote this poem at a time in my life when I was suffering with severe depression. I am so pleased that these days have now long gone and I am now much happier.
I thought hard about whether to submit this poem or not but decided it may give hope to people who may be thinking the same as I did at the time. The poem gives an idea of the depths that I sank to and I would like to say to others who may be feeling the same that there are usually much brighter times ahead....

My Grave

..a poem written at the pit of depression..

Each day of darkness I cannot bear;
I long for a time without despair.
Please guide me to an eternal life;
If one exists - free of heartache and strife.

I would not wish my family to see;
How dreadful my life has come to be.
Just sadness and gloom, not even a friend,
I just want my grief-stricken life to end.

Oh grave please call me to lie within;
To release this pain and suffering I'm in.
My life has become a depressing act,
Please let me die with my soul intact.

Richardpeeej 2011

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Darkness, Dead, Death, Depression, Gloom, Grave, Heartache, Poem, Poetry, Sadness, Strife, Suicide

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I enjoy playing the guitar, gardening, writing poems, doing a bit of cooking and catching up with my good friends on the net

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author avatar Mark Gordon Brown
3rd Mar 2011 (#)

that is sad, I feel your pain.
I am so pleased for you that those feelings of depression have gone and thank you for sharing this emotional poem.

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author avatar Natalie
3rd Mar 2011 (#)

Hi,
Yes, Life is cruel. But, remember, the pain would definitely pass; there is nothing permanent in this world - no pain, no pleasure; neither life, nor death. At the end of the day it is just ourselves that we hurt. It's not worth it. Rise and shine.

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author avatar richardpeeej
3rd Mar 2011 (#)

Thank you Mark, yes I am so glad that I am feeling much better now.

Thanks Natalie, I appreciate your time reading and commenting on my poem

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author avatar Songbird B
3rd Mar 2011 (#)

This brought tears to my eyes my dear friend, as I could feel how dark your life had become...I am glad that you came through this, and have shown the strength you have gained by sharing this heartfelt poem with others..... Blessings my friend, I keep you in my thoughts...

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author avatar Denise O
3rd Mar 2011 (#)

I am s sorry you experience such a time in your life but,y ou overcame it and yes, I feel this will help others. What courage you displayed to share a time in your life, most hide. I applaud you.
As always, thank you for sharing.:)

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author avatar richardpeeej
3rd Mar 2011 (#)

Thank you for your kind words Songbird and sorry it brought tears to your eyes. I was at a low point when I wrote this that's for sure and am glad these days are long gone.

Thank you Denise for your visit to my poem, and your constant support for my writings. Both are really appreciated,

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