My depression does not define me.
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savy0829 says,
Who saysWho says I can’t be happy?
Living a life I want to live.
WHO SAYS MY DEPRESSION CONTROLS ME?
ELATION IS A FEELING I CAN HAVE.
Who says that I am worthless?
Nothing by me can be done.
Who says I can’t try drugs?
I just wanted to have a little fun.
Who says I can’t be creative?
With my body and how it appears.
Who says I can’t stay out late?
I just had a couple beers.
Who says I can’t fall in love?
Everybody needs a crutch.
Who says I can’t take a day off?
If life becomes too much.
Who says I can’t have sex?
With someone I’m not close to.
Who says I can’t travel by myself?
I have to experience something new.
Who says I can’t make mistakes?
If I don’t I will never learn.
Who says I cant fly?
I know God gave me wings.
Who says I can’t be happy?
Living a life I hav eyet to try.