The Crossing

The crossing .
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Along the shore of tomorrow and close to the inland sea
By the mountains of forgiveness and the lake of eternity.

With a river for the lost souls that travels through out the land
Over seeing all those passed
is the leader of the dammed .

What tithe or cost this crossing 
Which direction must I go,
Along the shining path and toward that earthly glow?.

As The crimson clouds of woefulness
Cross the weary sky
Feelings of this once living 
slowly pass me by.
The Ferry now approaches 
and upon this sombre tide,
Forgotten memories haunt me now from the death I died.

The Ancient trees of this underworld
clutch and seem to grasp, 
Their darkest heights swaying as whispered questions are asked.

Ripples approach the sacred shore 
and as death steps out to greet,
Her hand out stretched 
With the blackest cloak ,
Come with me ‘is all she’ll speak.
Now upon the barge all over takes my breath
I lay me down upon this day ,
and am newly born in death.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2020

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Lusardi Avatar
May 22, 2021 at 11:08 PM
Wonderfully crafted description of that journey laid before us all. Over which we know not the path. Very nice !
King  Avatar
June 1, 2021 at 1:29 PM
Thank you John
Barden Avatar
September 17, 2020 at 5:21 AM
Sincere congratulations for your win in Brian's contest, Simon - wonderful work that was fittingly rewarded! Blessings and best wishes to you and yours, my friend! :o)
King  Avatar
September 17, 2020 at 7:26 AM
Thank you for your kind words Gregory, Kindest regards Simon .
Lamoureux Avatar
March 14, 2020 at 8:20 AM
Cool.
Lamoureux Avatar
March 13, 2020 at 7:42 AM
This piece is exceptional. It has an Irish feel to it for some reason. Great story telling.
King  Avatar
March 13, 2020 at 7:46 AM
From an accomplished poet such as yourself I am truly humbled by your compliment, in my minds eye that is Exactly what I’m trying to portray!
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