http://slow.writerscafe.org/derrickg1795 The original writings of author Derrick Gates en-us Copyright 2026 WritersCafe.org 1776067544 WritersCafe.org RSS Generator 15 Chapter 1 is the beginning. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/derrickg1795/1321378/ A book about Brandon. An 18 year old high school senior. Who has schizophrenia and is also bi-polar. These are his struggles. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/derrickg1795/1321376/ Of the years I've grown I've watched others shrinkLoved onesThe ones I cherishThe grey in my mom's hairMy dad losing teethMy voice getting deeperThe voice in my head fading awayI recall the simpler times in lifeCrying over knee scrapes and bruisesNow it's about hearrbreaks and li.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/derrickg1795/1319078/ The funny thing about life is people contradict itThey want the truth but can't handle it So when the truth is receivedThey act different as if the truth isn't what they pleadConforming is acceptedBut... Only if your a*s fatHaving a strong mind stands for nothing any moreIt means nothing i.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/derrickg1795/1311239/ My mental life. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/derrickg1795/1306877/ Trying to find a place in lifeI feel like dead spaceLike the world turned it's back on me and spit in my faceRunning in my dreams chasing truthLooking left to right Don't know which road to run down toSearching for a heart to call my ownOr just that one person to make me feel like i'm .. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/derrickg1795/1124260/ Never go out of your elementFor a person you wantYour heart will be brokenYou will be left with mixed emotionsNever chase who won't runDon't spare your life for a moment of funLive as you doPlease yourselfBecause when your left aloneNo one will helpWhen lesson are taught pay atte.. http://slow.writerscafe.org/writing/derrickg1795/1124135/