If Angels Didn'T Exist

I wouldn't have reached this mature age
if angels didn't exist and watch over me,
one angel...while I was sleeping squeezed my hand
to confort me through trails and misfortunes,
not foreseen by young eyes frightened by rage;
today that comforting hand still holds mine truer than any friend!
That angel hasn't returned, giving me assurance and certainty...
that nothing tragic is going to happen anytime soon;
if I doubted this, and wished for another visitation, I wouldn't bear bitter scorn!
Yes, angelic visions warn us of events that will change the course of destiny.   
I wouldn't have seen the needed love...misery and compassion of others,
if angels didn't exist and allow me to reflect and act on instincts:
by becoming wiser and avoiding making mistakes leading to regrets;
who would go to such lenghts and diverge my fate from catostrophy?
No, not even the most trusted friend whom I thought had shown sincerity!
Divinition must be taken seriously as I did when this hand so cold with fear
was touched by the hand of an invisible angel with a message so clear!
Mysterious angel, please don't visit me again at dawn,
while I still live and and I'm dazzled by youngsters riding a happy unicorn;
why don't they fear those ferocious beasts? To them...they are truly beautiful!
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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July 4, 2010 at 1:17 PM
Andrew, you and I both have angels that watch over us. I have never doubted their presence. Perhaps one "squeezed my hand" when I was young, too. There are angel statues all over my house. That "touch" on your cold hand may not have been calling you home to eternal life. Perhaps it is just a reminder to live life to the fullest. So, please take a ride on a unicorn today! They'e only frightening to those who can't appreciate magical powers. Always uplifted by your work! Love, Carolyn
Hales Avatar
July 4, 2010 at 8:06 AM
Great enjoyed reading this piece of art Sarah x
Mehta Avatar
July 4, 2010 at 7:36 AM
Quite a unique approach to the theme. Good luck in the contest
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