Awoken by a whisper in the dark
Ahead of me is the door which I unlock
Stepped outside to meet the dark sky,
Welcoming me into it's shade
Before the dawning of the sun.
It's much too early for me to be awake
What am I doing outside?
There's something in the dark I need to take
But I'm afraid to venture into the other side
Fearing for my sanity at stake.
A brashness of bravery overtakes my better judgement
I leap forward and accept the gift of the night
The darkness tries to swallow me
But I refused to give in without a fight.
I'm sleeping away into nothingness
A warm hand touches my heart and I awake to brightness
Who could have saved me?
A mysterious figure carrying me back to bed.
As he lays me back to rest
My weary eyes glance open and I feel freed.
Still who saved me?
The mysterious figure steps out from the shadows
And stands there freely
He lifts his head and I see his face
And realised that I was staring right back at me!
Author: Solomon Maoba (It is I).
@solomonsel great article. I’m in Portland Oregon so it was nice to hear about your warm experience. It’s cold and wet here this time of year. What part of South Africa are you in?
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I'm thankful that someone from across the world appreciates my work. It's wet but warm this side but winter is close. I reside in the Free State in a small town called Heilbron.
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Wow! What else can I say - it's wonderful. I'm not much for poetry in general, but this really touched me. I especially like that your brashness of bravery overtook your better judgment. What visions that line conjures up! Treat us to more, please.
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Have a gained a follower of my poetry😃😃😃?
This truly humbles me and warms my heart. I shall keep them flowing if you keep on reading. Many thanks!
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This is so powerful!
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Thank you reading. The words came from a powerful place and I'm glad you've enjoyed it.
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WOW!!! VERY POWERFUL!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
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It's my pleasure. Thank you for commenting and reading.
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