Barbara Gorelick Poet Couplet

Holiday Blues

Baking and x’mas cards is what you’ve got,
When  covers and Kleenex is what you want.
People  rushing to and fro,
responsibilities, you’ve got to go.
Hard to hide the tears that glisten,
Nobody’s got time to stop and listen.
If you can make it through the next weeks,
Maybe you’ll find the comfort you seek.
Holidays are often full of great strife,
Emotions buried, may then come to life.
For a friend who needs a seasonal lift,
A quiet hug my be just the gift.

Written for a friend who suffers
from holiday depression

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Christopher Higgins December 15, 2008 at 9:54 AM I know many who goes through this time just waiting anxiously for the days to end. It can be difficult and your poem captures that feeling so well. Much love, Chris.

Nigel Fawcett December 13, 2008 at 4:24 AM Beautiful poem and message for a time of the year that can be very painful for some. I just love the last two lines. Love, Nigel

Robin L. Gass December 13, 2008 at 12:14 AM This is such a heartfelt tribute to your friend. I have major depressive disorder and anything can set it off and it can last days sometimes. I hope the season is gentle on your friend. It can be everso more devastating to feel that way and have to try to function when not everyone understands how hard it is to deal with. Your support must mean so much to your friend. A beautiful write. Love Robin

Sharon Winter December 12, 2008 at 12:32 PM Wow, I sure know a lot of people who would agree with this poem. The holidays are extremely tough for those who are depressed for whatever reason. Very thoughtful and heartfelt. There is nothing like a hug, and a listening ear. Beautiful. Love, Shar

Chitra Lakhera December 12, 2008 at 11:13 AM Gosh me too in the list!! But whatever I love Christmas and maybe I'll grow up and overcome:) So nice to read. Love, Chitra

Carrie Richards December 12, 2008 at 6:13 AM Holidays can be so hard for some...those who are going through family, financial, crisis or sadness of any kind. Let us not forget them. A good reminder, Barbara. ~ Carrie

Brian Strand December 11, 2008 at 11:43 PM A very caring write Barabara I hope you show it to your friend.Rgds Brian & thanks for your welcome comments

Hgarvey Daniel Esquire December 11, 2008 at 8:30 PM Dear Barb, I send YOU a Christmas Hug and if I may be so bold : a kiss on the cheek I also suffer from Holiday Depression YOU have lifted my Spirits You are a true Poetess and more so A True Friend LOVE YOU...HG

Keith Bickerstaffe December 11, 2008 at 8:17 PM ...and there are many of them. Christmas can be a desperate time, with little or no joy... you're right; a hug is often the best way to say I care. Happy Holidays and God bless, Keith