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Depression Is My Friend

DEPRESSION IS MY FRIEND

I was depressed today.

It's been a long time.

I had forgotten it affects your body and your mind.

Today I see depression as my friend. 

Not because it's good to me,

but because I know at some point it will end.

I lie in bed not able to get up.

It gives my body time to rest

from all the work I do trying to be my best.

It gives my mind time to wa...

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