Melancholy
In Lincoln they called it melancholy
If you do not know
It is the opposite of jolly
They called him a melancholic
Today it’s called depression
May even make some an alcoholic
I have depression and anxiety
Sometimes I can let it go
Because it is inside of me
You cannot escape it
But you can let it go
And then you can make it
Easier said than done
Try harder, you can do it
Just don’t run
Negative thoughts are death
Don’t get scared
Just take another breath
Smile and let it go
If you do not try
You will never know
Lincoln harnessed its power
That may sounds crazy
Sometimes he looked lazy but didn’t cower
He wasn’t scared
He was sad
And his soul he bared
Everything has advantages and drawbacks
Use the power that is within you
Be strong and face facts
One of the greatest humans there ever was
And he had depression too
Kindness and love is what Lincoln does
What would Lincoln do
I am not sure
But I have a clue
He would accept things
Feel the blue
Kindness is what he brings
Find your purpose
He found his
And that gave him bliss
Be your best self
Take care of your family
And take care of your health
You will accomplish great things
Don’t let fear stop you
Be all that your soul brings
I.M.Rosas
10/9/2022