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Happy Makes Me Sad

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Happy makes me sad
Good makes me bad
Sane makes me mad
Laughing makes me cry
Living makes me die

I have lost control of my emotions
All that remain are crazy notions
I am on a rollercoaster ride
Nowhere to run nowhere to hide
I can't see the wood from the trees
Under a dark cloud if you please

Surrounded by wretched humanity
I fear for my soul and sanity
I struggle every single day
In the wilderness I've lost my way
At the end of my tunnel there is no light
I just don't have the strength to fight

All around me life goes on
For me all hope has gone
Do I  have a future that is bright
Will I one day see the light
Could I possibly find sanctuary 
If only my mind would set me free

I'm high and low
I'm up and down
I'm strong and weak
I'm a genius and a clown
I'm black and white
I'm quiet and loud
I'm right and wrong
I'm ashamed and proud

Happy makes me sad
Good makes me bad
Sane makes me mad
Laughing makes me cry
Living makes me die

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Tom Doolan

Fri 21st Feb 2025 07:41

Many thanks Rolph for your incisive and in depth feedback. It is much appreciated. 🙂
Thanks for extra like: New Shoes 👍

Rolph David

Thu 20th Feb 2025 15:45

Tom,
Your poem is a powerful and honest expression of inner turmoil, and its raw emotion deeply connects. The contrasts you weave throughout capture the struggle of a mind at war with itself, making the piece both haunting and relatable. Though darkness looms in your words, your questions about light and sanctuary hint at the possibility of hope. I truly believe that even in the heaviest moments, the mind can find its way to peace. Keep writing—your words have meaning, and I hope you find the answers you seek.
Regards,
Rolph

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Tom Doolan

Thu 20th Feb 2025 15:38

Many thanks Marla - There are more questions than answers ?? 🙂
Thanks for likes: Red Brick Keshner, Stephen G, Aisha, Naomi, Holden &TOM MERTON 👍

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Marla Joy

Wed 19th Feb 2025 21:39

Tom, you have asked some good questions. Marla

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