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Depression is a canyon—deep, wide, and rugged. It has a top; it has a bottom. But there is a rocket that plummets to its depths, With only a slow and arduous build to the top. The canyon has an oasis, But it is infested with arsenic. A bright pink flower glows atop a cactus. The glowing touch is beautiful, But its needles are sharp—impaling, lingering. Pain freezes time long after the touch is gone. Sometimes, a visitor comes to the canyon Not realizing the rocket ride they took, Descending to the bottom. Other times, a visitor falls From their lofty perch— Looking over and judging those inside. Mirages of lifelines waver in the distance. A ladder leans along the canyon wall, But it does not begin to climb out of the hole— It is only there to offer false hope. Be careful around the edges. They are more slippery than the imagination. The edges shift, rotate, Taunt and tease. Be careful around the edges— Because you never know Exactly how deep the canyon is Until you fall inside.

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Date: 7/11/2025 9:28:00 PM
Dramatic poetry, my friend. Depression alert with a canyon metaphor. Excellent poetry. Write On! Bill
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Miranda Hawley
Date: 7/12/2025 5:14:00 AM
It took me a day after I wrote this to think that I could have exchanged both of the words Emotions from the title and Depression for the word "sin." Glad you like this one.
Date: 6/15/2025 4:58:00 AM
Yes, this is a very well composed poem which shows, defines, and lets the reader experience the turmoil that depression can bring. Depression is the pits for sure. Thanks for sharing this one with us, Miranda. Sara K..soupmail soon.
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Date: 6/10/2025 10:31:00 PM
It is wonderful to learn this came to you so suddenly out of the blue and be so clever and deep at the same time. Way to go, Miranda
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Miranda Hawley
Date: 6/11/2025 6:31:00 AM
I was riding shotgun with my husband doing Instacart orders when this poem came to me, so I did a voice to text as this poem built up in my head. Yes, it got the polishing touches after I got home and sat down on my computer. Thanks for the compliment!

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