Sadness

Sadness Sadness these days seems to linger Though I’d rather that she’d leave But I’ve noticed for some reason That with every sigh I heave Sadness seems a bit less awkward She seems a whole lot more at ease And no longer am I feeling Like I am stuck with a disease I even start a conversation Somewhat alarmed but I still dare I gently probe to get some answers My conscience warns and says ’Beware!’ But fear now slowly has departed To my amazement I must say Though sadness came much uninvited I’m not disgusted by her stay Eventually we move much closer We look each other in the eyes We gently settle our confusions Set every truth apart from lies And I give sadness my permission On occasion she may show 'Cause I’ve noticed in her presence I mature more than I know. Wendy Nipas.