For weeks I have had overwhelming sadness which is tunneling into
the BIG D very fast.
So to distract myself I am holding a contest for the subject. Anguish.
Please write a poem for me telling me why I should keep fighting
slipping into nothingness and giving up.
Please not "I have it rough too..." - "I know how you feel..."
Give me valid reasons for continuing on. I feel my poetry is
no good and has no worth, I have deep and dark coils in my heart.
Tell me what there is to live for.
25 lines or less
any style
I do not like cursing and vulgar language. No erotica.
First place: 300 points
Second Place: 200 points
Third Place: 100 points
There will be an HM or two as well.
Now, I have no patience at all, so this contest will close in the morning.
NO PREWRITES I have asked for fresh work.
the BIG D very fast.
So to distract myself I am holding a contest for the subject. Anguish.
Please write a poem for me telling me why I should keep fighting
slipping into nothingness and giving up.
Please not "I have it rough too..." - "I know how you feel..."
Give me valid reasons for continuing on. I feel my poetry is
no good and has no worth, I have deep and dark coils in my heart.
Tell me what there is to live for.
25 lines or less
any style
I do not like cursing and vulgar language. No erotica.
First place: 300 points
Second Place: 200 points
Third Place: 100 points
There will be an HM or two as well.
Now, I have no patience at all, so this contest will close in the morning.
NO PREWRITES I have asked for fresh work.
Contest is Over
- Contest was judged on September 22, 2006
- Rewards: Gold: 300
- Final notes: Thank each of you who entered. I was touched deeply by your poetry. What kind and caring people you are. We know there is no cure for depression that is clinical. You are born with a predesposing genetic pattern and that is out of your control.
I liked the poems that said Pull yourself up - I agree that is what you should try to do.
Please be aware that clinical depression is totally the body chemistry you were born with, and while you can fight to negate its effects, it is just there. Please have patience and compassion for those who suffer with depression. No one likes being in that state.
Gold goes to Tawk - who made me weep and some of it was joy.
Silver goes to Poetryintheblood, whose entry shook me with its depth and compassion.
Bronze goes to Frozentearz who spoke with her great accepting wisdom and acceptance.
Before I list the HM's I want to honor one poem, Toni Christman's poem was beautiful and it should go out to all who feel the grip of this loathsome disease. "Hill and Valley" is just wonderful and is receiving WolfHeart's Special Recognition Award.
HM:
Serena Pippolotta
Head Witch
Intaglio2ring
all other entrants will receive 25 points for their fine work.
God bless each of you who entered. With your support I will be myself again soon.
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You are the star which has put light back into my life.
You are the inspiration that keeps me going on.• Commented on by judge. -
Though you feel so lost
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But something you should have no control over is \by lil11shorty 44 lines, 1 comment, on Sep 21 9:56 PM 2006. In Hope• Commented on by judge.
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what a wonderful world!• Commented on by judge.
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WolfHeart's Special Recognition Award• Commented on by judge.
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This crisp fall night,
My mind wrapped in the darkness• Commented on by judge.
Gold trophy winner
Bronze trophy winner
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This is a great idea for a contest, I will see what my muse can bring. I miss you sister. Love and hugs.
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My poor auntie, of course I will contribute. I will do it right now in fact.
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I will try this and bookmark this.
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living in anguish and feeling hopeless...looking for a reason to keep fighting...a subject close to my heart, which i write about often.
i've bookmarked this too and will do my best
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I dont know what to say so I'll just say we love you.
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heartbreaking
You are an amazingly talented poet and everyday when i sign in i am eager to see what new writes you have posted so i can enjoy reading your straight forward, honest, beautiful flowing words as you spin them into magic! I love you as do many other poets here at ap. I Will try my very best to come up with something worthy of this contest and worthy of you.
You are an inspiration!!!
Owl -
i just wanted to say that this contest gave me some fresh ideas rolled into a sort of advice column. i'm really glad that i got to participate in this contest. Good luck to everyone who entered and I hope you found some good advice in your readings. Remember you are loved. If you don't think so then ask your self 'who would miss me the most'. if you give up lives will be destroyed not just yours but the many people who love and support you too. if you need to talk to someone then do so we are all there for you whenever you need us. Birghten up your days and forget about it. Love can scatter sunshine even in the darkest of places.
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I think I shall write a 'lil poem for you.
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Auntie Wolfie, I won't be able to participate in your contest as I'm so strapped for time right now, but rest assured that you are a magnificent poetess who's words of wisdom comfort me daily. I appreciate all that you have to offer to me and everyone here at AP. You offer so much encouragement to budding poets and your ability to write on any subject has given me courage to try the same. I would be lost without you!! You have been an inspiration to me to continue to write and find my niche in this cruel world. The struggles that you've conquered give me the strength to fight my own inner demons and strive to be the best I can be. You are my Auntie, a part of my family. I will always be here for you, for anything you need. I Love You!!
Your Niece~
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Dear Mom, you can do it, and there is so many people who love and care about you. I am being selfish but I need you and so does Jason and Jasmine. Please know that you are so important to me and so many others. You have touched so many lives. Love you Theresa
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I am in tears right now for winning the Gold, I just wanted to let you know how much that you mean to me and Jason and Jasmine, I just wrote from the heart how I feel about you and what a difference you have made in my life. I too suffer from clinical depression and I can so relate to the effects of it on your daily life. Thanks again and please hang in there we all love you!!! Congradulations to all the poets.
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Thank you, Wolfie! I hope you feel better soon. And congratulations to all the winners! Wonderful poetry!
Toni
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Congratulations to all the winners, and My Dear Wolfeheart I hope you found the inspiration you were looking for and may your days grow brighter..
Love and Light
Frozentearz -
I just wanted to say thank you for the honorable mention. There were manyt great poems in this contest.
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Thank you Wolfheart for first of all allowing me to express myself and try to show you that you can conquer these feelings, and most of all for honouring me with silver, congrats to the other winners too Josephine
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