wait a few moments, i said
to the fading light as i walked home.
why are you in such a hurry
to crawl into your bed?
i still have a long walk ahead of me
and every moment i live in dread.
there are shadows deep
wherever i look
and as i walk, my spirit shrinks
thinking of the lurking threats ahead.
each breath i take
is sharp and short
clutching at my heart is
a hand so cold.
what lies beyond that bush i see?
but all is dark now
not much do i see.
The night birds screech is no relief
Even the dogs bark out a threat
I clutch at my coat and hold it tight
But that too is no comfort tonight.
i walk a few steps then break into a run
the neighbourhood is
still not a familiar one.
dont you have somewhere else to go
i ask the clouds
why block the light i need right now
as alone i trod on my way home?
ah, there is the cherry tree i see from afar
(the best sight ever so far)
arms spread wide to welcome me!
a sigh of relief, a sob escapes
im home at last
into the warmth of my hearth.
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