Grief Is

Grief is a monster that lays in wait

In silence 

In the dark

Grief is the assassin who watches from afar

During moments of Joy

Grief is the companion who leaves you lonely 

At its side 

In its bed

...at its table

Grief is the possessive lover 

Who doesn't want me

But won't set me free

Grief is the death that is born anew

Each moment 

I let go

How shall I defeat you, my shadow nemesis?

I shall sit still in the Light

and watch 

if you dare approach 

I remain yours,

Lesley

Hallelujah Heartist