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Shadow

Weak from living in shadow; the darkness of doubt
Constantly chased by sorrow, relentlessly pursued by this cloud

For understanding I prayed, for relief I did ask
But I was found unworthy; I must have been, as in shadow I bask

Secluded from light, surrounded by insecurity that overwhelms
Held down by suspicions, bound in this obscure realm

Trust I long for, a necessity with power I did not understand
Essential to love, a trait over which I once had command

This authority I lost, something I can no longer give nor receive
Because of this I have lost hope, because of this I grieve

A reprieve from this pain, from this agony I invite
To be able to breathe, to look upon life with delight

So for help I will continue to ask, I will hold on a little longer
Hoping my grasp weakens no more, praying he makes me stronger








F. J. Thomas

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  1. Date: 2/28/2012 5:41:00 PM

    Heart wrenching verses. The trials and tribulations of life are such hard things to deal with, but without them we will never progress spiritually. Recognizing them as you acknowledge in this piece along with fervent prayer helps to soften the blow. Please read my new one Life is Blind.

    Thomas Avatar F. J. Thomas Date: 9/16/2012 2:02:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Hi Michael, I have not been on in a while so sorry for the delayed response; but thank you for your kind words.
  1. Date: 2/23/2012 12:32:00 PM

    I am enjoying reading some very diverse poetry today. I am glad yours was amongst the ones posted here that I was able to read and enjoy Florestine. Love, Carol

    Thomas Avatar F. J. Thomas Date: 9/16/2012 1:39:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Thanks so much Carol; sorry for the delay, have had to transition into a new job with a new company so have not been on in a while.
  1. Date: 2/23/2012 9:51:00 AM

    You must never,never lose hope Florestine! Very well written poem. - oxox love Anne-Lise

    Thomas Avatar F. J. Thomas Date: 9/16/2012 1:40:00 PM Block poet from commenting on your poetry

    Thank you Anne; this is my way of hanging on when going through trials, it has always helped :)