Afraid To Die

Most people are afraid to die
A fatal blow it seems , death does
If a corpse came back to life they'd cry
Please tell us how it was 

A pillow as soft as downy silks
A night as long as souls can stand
A blacken overlay of quilts
An escape rout from the fate of man

Thus is the consequence of death 
A restful sleep; a silent hush 
Until we kick the covers away
And the shadow of death forsakes us.

RETA PRUITT
August 19, 2016
Copyright © | Year Posted 2016

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Ajmal Avatar
June 15, 2017 at 3:06 PM
A very beautiful written poem, it s the reality that we should accept, I like what you re trying to do, remember never be afraid of death as It will come try to enjoy your life as much as you can but never forget your lord as you ve to give account of yourself, however I m new on this site and would really appreciate if you could find time to read my poems and give your honest reviews about them
Pruitt Avatar
September 15, 2018 at 10:47 PM
Thanks Faraz I am happy to say I'm liking your poems more and more . Keep writing, Reta.
Schneiter Avatar
September 5, 2016 at 10:07 PM
This is utterly delightful, the subject matter notwithstanding. The last two lines are brilliant. Thank you for sharing this thoughtful, provocative composition. hugs x x x Paul
Pruitt Avatar
September 19, 2016 at 7:25 PM
Hello Paul...Sorry for taking so long to reply but I do want to thank you for kind and thoughtful comments
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