Depression

For years it’s chased me, and I’ve always gotten caught, pinned down by its weight, so heavy that it could stop my heart

At times I take deep breaths to relieve some stress, and close my eyes, but in the darkness of my mind is where it resides

But, there have been times I’ve found ways to escape, and times I’ve been rescued, and it’s been enough to help me think straight, knowing that one day it’ll return…