Crystol Woods Poet Rhyme

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1 Samuel 17:49-51 KJVS And David put his hand in his bag, and took thence a stone, and slang it, and smote the Philistine in his forehead, that the stone sunk into his forehead; and he fell upon his face to the earth. [50] So David prevailed over the Philistine with a sling and with a stone, and smote the Philistine, and slew him; but there was no sword in the hand of David. [51] Therefore David ran, and stood upon the Philistine, and took his sword, and drew it out of the sheath thereof, and slew him, and cut off his head therewith. And when the Philistines saw their champion was dead, they fled.

My Giant

The water in my glass trembles 
as my giant marches near.
It comes to me without much warning…
just suddenly appears.
The air becomes too thick, 
like trying to breathe in mud.
My heart speeds up so fast…
a continuous, pounding THUD!
Then I know my giant is racing
 to catch me in his grasp. 
The tears begin,and that is when
 the dread inside’s unmasked.

I can see him clearly now,the fear that always hides…
and seems to only slither forth when all else is just fine.

My giant has a henchman, a sneaky little guy,
 who tunnels like a rat, to whisper in my mind. 
“Your heart can't take much more! You can't catch your breath! You are going to die,my friend, or faint and make a mess.”

Yes, anxiety's my giant,and even though I know, 
that I needn't worry, it's out of my control. 
I love the Lord and trust Him. 
There's just one little thing…
Anxiety's an illness,that happens in my brain.
 
I continue praying, asking for healing but, 
this isn't something I get to decide to push out of a rut. 

And Depression is a monster!! 
Not just a giant or foe…
it is an illness also ,not just feeling kinda low.

So be careful when judging another's giant,
 I have heard it said..
We don't throw stones at our friends…
but at the Giants’ head!

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Daniel Henry Rodgers October 25, 2024 at 11:27 AM Dear Crystol, Another one of your great emotional giants! Lots of powerful biblical imagery along with the personal struggle against anxiety and depression. Again, through your metaphors and honest introspection, you beautifully capture the overwhelming nature of these mental health challenges. Wonderful Read! Autumn Blessings, My Dear Friend, Daniel Crystol Woods October 25, 2024 at 11:55 AM Thanks again Daniel! Too often I hear Christians judging those of us that struggle with these diseases of the mind. I wanted to remind them to strike out at the true villain, not their fellow brothers and sisters. Ty for reading! Xoxo

Hiya Sharma October 25, 2024 at 3:42 AM Oh quite a deep and thought-provoking piece this is, dear Crystol! You've an exquisite way with words, weaving all sorts of poignant emotions so seamlessly whilst portraying impeccable storytelling skills. Anxiety is something which I can closely relate with ~ and depression is a black hole that consumes every bit of our existence sigh... It's beyond tormenting when our mental health suffers..you have expressed that here in a soul-hitting manner. Also, really witty wordsmithery I would say! Sending you best wishes and light always ~ Crystol Woods October 25, 2024 at 9:26 AM Your reviews are always a delight to read! Ty for taking so much time and thought into your comments... I'm so grateful! Xo