THE JOURNEY

Anonymous

(Submitted March 12, 2000)

As the sun sets above us

the moon is prevailingly bright

waves steadily pound the shore

wolves are howling off in the distance

blood is icy cold

eyes as dark as coal

courage is the farthest thing from your mind

you must continue

can never quit

need for safety

desire for companionship

the only thing you have left

you slowly place one foot in front of the other

not knowing where the next will land

eyes are turning red

tears cover your face

faith has gone from your soul

death seems to be the ultimate

you stop, sit down and rest

no desire to continue

death is your only wish

as you close your eyes and end this long journey