Nigel - welcome to PC and I love your picture of what depression would look like - I especially like the phrases written along his sparse hair lol. I agree with Byz and Sundog, that acceptance is a postitive thing - this doesn't mean hoping it will stay. There's a reason why these deep feelings surface and they can help the sufferer learn about themselves and others. I also like crzyladee's thoughts - being a fighter is a good survival tactic.