It’s a war
that can’t be won
only fought
It’s a pain
that burns fresh
and it burns deep
It’s a disease
that hides behind
pretty smiles and
sparkling eyes
It’s a silent scream
with bloody talons
tearing through the soft flesh
of my still beating heart
It lurks just beneath
the surface of my
serenity
The darkness that
overwhelms my light
The fear that wakes
a child at night
It
Never
Leaves
My
Side
© Abigail Zebrowski 2015
Abbie is a published writer and poet who creates with passion and conviction. She doesn’t shy away from the truth and often writes about her personal journey with depression and anxiety. Abbie is a fierce mental health advocate determined to promote awareness and fight stigmas, which inspired her to start Depression: Catalyst for Change. Connect with Abbie on Sidereal Catalyst, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.
Nicole Lyons 
Beautifully evoked, Abbie, even with all the pain. Thanks.
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Thanks so much, Bob 🙂 Your support means so much and I know I can always count on it!!! ❤
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Reblogged this on cabbagesandkings524 and commented:
Abbie gives a beautiful evocation of a painful companion.
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A truly wonderful, though saddening poem, my dear 🙂
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Thank you, Lizzi… ’tis the nature of the beast, beautiful words to mask an ugly truth. Luckily I have amazing friends like you to support me through the hard times ❤
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*HUGS* And I you, my sweet, and I am endlessly glad for that…for you. Thank you ❤
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This is so beautiful, Abbie, beautiful and heart wrenching. You have nailed depression so perfectly. I love your voice. Thank you for allowing me to feature it. I am truly honoured.
Love and Light to you
Nicole
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I love Abbie’s writing! Beautiful.
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