Wednesday, August 20, 2008

Thief




You came in the guise of a friend
You stole from me innocence and peace
You tricked me, lied to me
You stole without regard for consequence
.
You lived as a specter in my life
You hid in every shadow
Stalking me, chiding me
Dark whispers like a thousand darts
.
Now the thief has come for you
Stolen your health
Stolen your youth
You are laid bare
.
You died today
Your broken and decayed flesh failed you
That which you tried to take from me, denied
You died and I feel only sadness
.
I forgive you
Good night, find peace
Sleep now
You steal from me no more
.

Years ago something was stolen from me. Something I hid in my shame for years. I recently learned the thief died. Good bye, good journey, I am free...

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