I sensed the descent before it occurred,
Powerless to halt its course unfurled.
Oh, hold on! I try, but I cannot succeed,
I find myself sinking, slowly at first with stagnant speed.

Into an abyss, a void of nothingness, I descend,
Clutching at straws and empty air, trying to mend.
How did this happen? I ponder and query,
All that once brought peace now brings strife and worry.

My joyful memories are now cloaked in doubt,
I bring smiles to others, but my own is left out.
I...