(Acknowledging the end of Mental Health Awareness Month)

What’s wrong with me tonight?
I’m lying here in my bed, trying to sleep,
And a deep feeling of hopelessness
Is trying to surround me.

What is it?
The parasites-
I can sense them swarming in
slow movements through my being!
They are attempting to attack me, my space,
And my intellect.
What is it?
Lord, I don’t want to submit to these vile creatures!
I sense their need to conquer my mind and my soul.
They are trying to absorb all my positive energy,
The very essence of who I have become!
I need you now, Lord!
Protect me, Lord!
They’re coming closer!
I don’t want to go with these
Princes of Darkness!
Help me!
Lord, help me!
Lord, please help me!