Absence of Light
No other way out?38 total reviews
Comment from Sharon Davis
Your poem addresses a very serious and poignant topic. Depression can rob so many of so much. Awareness of the pain that those who suffer from depression is important. Thank you for sharing this work.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2021
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Your poem addresses a very serious and poignant topic. Depression can rob so many of so much. Awareness of the pain that those who suffer from depression is important. Thank you for sharing this work.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2021
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Thank you for this terrific review, it made my night. :)
Comment from strandregs
Love your poem boogy
Though wasn't happy with the end.
it treads oh so soft, yet cuts like a knife.
steals away breath and take away life
That's how i like it.
Now don't put your collar up and shoot me.
Consider it calmly
Then regect. If you dare.
:-))Z.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
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Love your poem boogy
Though wasn't happy with the end.
it treads oh so soft, yet cuts like a knife.
steals away breath and take away life
That's how i like it.
Now don't put your collar up and shoot me.
Consider it calmly
Then regect. If you dare.
:-))Z.
Comment Written 09-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
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Thank you for this amazing 6 star review, I'm so glad you liked it. You are awesome!
Comment from LisaMay
Your poem has such tragic impact. I've lost 2 friends to suicide; i was aware of their depression but powerless to help at the critical time. Your poem details various scenarios and potential reasons, but mostly it is an unfathomable mystery how some people can handle life and some find it overwhelming,
The monorhyme single lines in your poem are very effective links.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
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Your poem has such tragic impact. I've lost 2 friends to suicide; i was aware of their depression but powerless to help at the critical time. Your poem details various scenarios and potential reasons, but mostly it is an unfathomable mystery how some people can handle life and some find it overwhelming,
The monorhyme single lines in your poem are very effective links.
Comment Written 09-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
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Thank you for reading my poem and for sharing your story. :)
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
This poem speaks a tale about suicide from depression for he found no other way, he lost all even love and ways of living and had to commit suicide; well said, well done; thanks for sharing this. ALCREATOR
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
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This poem speaks a tale about suicide from depression for he found no other way, he lost all even love and ways of living and had to commit suicide; well said, well done; thanks for sharing this. ALCREATOR
Comment Written 09-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
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Thank you for taking time to read and review my poem. :)
Comment from robyn corum
BN,
Oh, wow. I DO NOT like this poem. It is extremely well written. The cadence and flow are well done - even though it is uneven and irregular - which I think may be intentional? This poor person never felt he fit in either - so I'm assuming that's the point of the irregularity of the words and form. The message is a bit tooooooo on point, though. Makes me think you understand this side of things really well. Which makes me worry a wee bit for you - or for those around you?
I've been here myself. It was a while ago and I have good meds now. There is no harm in admitting that we need help. I will say a prayer for you today -- just in case. And I'm sending lots and lots of hugs -- just in case. This was beautiful and shows your caring side AS WELL AS that amazingly talented poet side that we all know about. --wink--
Thanks!
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2021
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BN,
Oh, wow. I DO NOT like this poem. It is extremely well written. The cadence and flow are well done - even though it is uneven and irregular - which I think may be intentional? This poor person never felt he fit in either - so I'm assuming that's the point of the irregularity of the words and form. The message is a bit tooooooo on point, though. Makes me think you understand this side of things really well. Which makes me worry a wee bit for you - or for those around you?
I've been here myself. It was a while ago and I have good meds now. There is no harm in admitting that we need help. I will say a prayer for you today -- just in case. And I'm sending lots and lots of hugs -- just in case. This was beautiful and shows your caring side AS WELL AS that amazingly talented poet side that we all know about. --wink--
Thanks!
Comment Written 06-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 06-Mar-2021
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Thank you for reading my poem and for your insightful comments. I don't ever think about poetry in terms of how it's structured. I just write from my heart and let the words go where they may. I'm fine, this is just based on a story I read, about a young man being discovered in his car, after being missing for 12 years ....something about that story touched my heart and it stuck with me until I had to write it down. Thank you for your concern, I appreciate it. You are a good person. :)
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You are a blessing.
Comment from Jean Lutz1
So glad I have six stars to award. Had to log off for awhile after reading this one. Too many tears in my own eyes. Also needed some time to thank God for the pain I have not had to bear. I've been spared suicide in my family, but cried thru with others.
reply by the author on 05-Mar-2021
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So glad I have six stars to award. Had to log off for awhile after reading this one. Too many tears in my own eyes. Also needed some time to thank God for the pain I have not had to bear. I've been spared suicide in my family, but cried thru with others.
Comment Written 05-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 05-Mar-2021
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Thank you for this stellar review, It means a lot to me. I also appreciate you sharing your feelings with me... God bless.
Comment from Rdfrdmom2
BOOGIENIGHTS:
People who have never suffered from depression and have never
seriously experienced the desire to commit suicide - the no light
at the end of the tunnel feeling - won't understand how difficult
it is to rein yourself back to the side of sanity. I have manned suicide
hotlines in the past - and it can be very draining, but also very
rewarding.
Rdfrdmom2
reply by the author on 05-Mar-2021
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BOOGIENIGHTS:
People who have never suffered from depression and have never
seriously experienced the desire to commit suicide - the no light
at the end of the tunnel feeling - won't understand how difficult
it is to rein yourself back to the side of sanity. I have manned suicide
hotlines in the past - and it can be very draining, but also very
rewarding.
Rdfrdmom2
Comment Written 05-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 05-Mar-2021
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Thank you for reading my poem and for all the good work you've done to try and help people in crisis. It's people like you that give me hope for this world. God bless you.
Comment from AnnaLinda
Boogienights
I apologize for not having an additional star to offer you for this outstanding poem. The message is very strong, yet you were able to include great rhyme, imagery and flow while addressing a difficult and important issue.
This part stood put to me:
"Searching for a love that he couldn't obtain,
most all of his life spent in shadows and rain,
tried hard not to let others know of his pain."
Thank you for offering the suicide hotline number in your notes as well.
Anna
reply by the author on 03-Mar-2021
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Boogienights
I apologize for not having an additional star to offer you for this outstanding poem. The message is very strong, yet you were able to include great rhyme, imagery and flow while addressing a difficult and important issue.
This part stood put to me:
"Searching for a love that he couldn't obtain,
most all of his life spent in shadows and rain,
tried hard not to let others know of his pain."
Thank you for offering the suicide hotline number in your notes as well.
Anna
Comment Written 03-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 03-Mar-2021
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Thank you for reading my poem and for your kind words...it's very appreciated. :)
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My pleasure.
Comment from Goodadvicechan
I agree with the author that :"Who knows why depression causes such strife, it treads oh so soft, yet cuts like a knife.
It can steal away breath and take away life." Depression can kill people. Be positive. I will help ease pain.
People who are experiencing what the author says: "No one could see his pain hidden inside, no one ever listened to him when he cried. He couldn't explain it to them if he tried." they should seek for professional help. Don't let depression kill you.
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 03-Mar-2021
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I agree with the author that :"Who knows why depression causes such strife, it treads oh so soft, yet cuts like a knife.
It can steal away breath and take away life." Depression can kill people. Be positive. I will help ease pain.
People who are experiencing what the author says: "No one could see his pain hidden inside, no one ever listened to him when he cried. He couldn't explain it to them if he tried." they should seek for professional help. Don't let depression kill you.
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 03-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 03-Mar-2021
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Thank you for this great review and your wise words.. it's very appreciated. :)
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Absence of Light
by Boogienights
Hello my friend
I suffer from bipolar and I get chronic depression that lasts for months.. sometimes years. I tried to kill myself several times and it's a miracle that I'm here to tell you about it. Thank you for adding the national suicide prevention line. Well done.
reply by the author on 03-Mar-2021
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Absence of Light
by Boogienights
Hello my friend
I suffer from bipolar and I get chronic depression that lasts for months.. sometimes years. I tried to kill myself several times and it's a miracle that I'm here to tell you about it. Thank you for adding the national suicide prevention line. Well done.
Comment Written 03-Mar-2021
reply by the author on 03-Mar-2021
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Thank you for reading my poem and sharing your story. I'm glad you're ok...God bless you.
