A Rush of Fortitude - An Unspeakable Strength

Here I was then and there desiccated by deterioration But now, here I stand ignited by determination Fortitude, you have nourished and cradled, And cured a disease of the heart, That has forever been so fatal. Fortitude, you come bearing uplifting gifts, A spark of inspiration, a blaze of motivation “I believe in you”, you whispered one night, And with this I held you so tight. To a tortured soul you became so dear! Filling up holes of long past years. I stand no longer alone, I stand no longer in the terrible cold. Tears I no longer shed, And hope I no longer dread. For you have taught the blind to see, A little bird to finally flee, A heart of stone to finally sense glee, And Hushed! The mighty sea. Alas! Alas! A heart is finally at Rest! Alas! Alas! A mind has finally fullfilled its quest! ~ M.M.M