A deep quiet settles in my being 

But not one of peace 

Flat emptiness pervades my soul, 

Sinking, settling into my bones. 

I can’t escape it 

It fights persistently for dominion. 

I give in, chilled by mournful melancholy

Checking out of life’s existence. 

I hear my children ask after me 

But it doesn’t stop the spiral I’ve begun. 

Joy vaporizes and I feel the chill of numbness 

Take control 

Mindless videos entertain for a short while but soon become dull

My daughter approaches asking, 

“Are you better now?”

I give a weak smile and say, “Not really.”

I can’t escape this pit I’ve fallen into. 

But there is One Who can save me 

From this endless night

He reaches down from lofty heights 

His love carves the path from on high 

He smiles and holds out His hand 

Grace and mercy radiate from His countenance 

He lifts me out of the mire

Setting my feet on solid ground 

So I can now delight in my children and 

Rejoice in His glorious light.