Do you ever feel a surge of darkness in your mind? Is the surge one that takes over all of your other emotions? I was there once, in the pit of darkness. For anyone who is struggling with that feeling, here is a poem of hope. There is likely someone around you who cares for you, even if you do think he or she does feel this way. It could be a family member, friend, co-worker or…

This poem’s inspiration comes from Kellie Elmore’s Free Write Friday prompt. Feel free to play along, as Kellie hosts the event every Friday.

Introspection and Suffocation

You wrap your blanket of comfort over
Your body and I worry,
I worry that the fringe suffocates you.