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The Darkest Hour

Before light enters your soul the darkest hour will take place the grottoes of your mind will be covered in shadow Yes, I think that you won't be able to find peace when black inky night surrounds you Well, the dance is yours to move with You must still deal with the realities of night and day Yes, if you are able to play the game Then you may falter in your steps I believe that light can cut through darkness and that your eyes will see A phoenix rising from the ashes of despair

Copyright © | Year Posted 2009




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Date: 3/2/2009 9:11:00 AM
Darkest before the dawn...and then new light...inspiring write my dear Matthew...love your words as always...
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Date: 1/31/2009 9:44:00 PM
Was very drawn in by the title, Matthew. I've rarely reviewed you but, hey...this is a brilliantly constructed write - on both an emotional and well. philosophical approach. Loved the quip..."Well, the dance is yours to move with" & "the grottoes of your mind will be covered in shadow"...extremely cool visual and gut-emotion. Extremely well penned and expressed. Peace always, John
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Date: 1/30/2009 8:35:00 PM
Most inspirational! Many will take comfort from these words of wisdom. BRAVO Matthew! Best wishes, Keith
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Date: 1/29/2009 10:19:00 PM
Great write, Matthew...dark at first, then hopeful. I like the concept. And, yes, I remember the song, "Spiders and Snakes", by Jim Stafford. Do you remember the nursery rhyme, "What are little boys made of"? "Snips and snails and puppy dog tails". I thought of that when writing Mischief. Glad you enjoyed it. Donna G.
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