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Like a Moth To the Flame

Like a moth to the flame I fly Seeking Your warmth Your smile Yet I’m singed as I hover Closer to that light That burns in your eyes And I can’t stay away Though I know there’s no way I keep flying…flying Till my scorched wings crackle And I spiral down Knowing In a moment It will all be over! There is no return Only surrender To the fire of your Presence. Like a moth to the flame I am consumed!

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Laura Breidenthal

Date: 3/15/2015 12:08:00 AM

Fantastic, you create a vivid picture in this gem of a poem. I know the feeling portrayed here. Wondrously crafted! Always, Laura

Eileen Manassian
Date: 3/15/2015 12:12:00 AM

I know, Laura...Sometimes we'd rather get burned that be numb. Hugs, sweetie

Richard Lamoureux

Date: 9/24/2014 7:52:00 AM

You have such a way of painting a picture. I have known this feeling, thankfully I was not consumed but in the moment I wanted nothing else. She was attracted to another's flame so I was destined to view her light from a distance.