The Lake

Wind whispering through my hair, Playing in the grass beside the bank Dusk echoing the Summer air Soon I must sleep under this lonely lake... I hear the birds crying out As I wade deeper into the murky depths My heart pounding so loud, Frigid waters rise above my head My memories pass me over Showing me my pain filled past... I sing my lullaby as I sink lower, Fearful regrets stopping at last I take my final breath, Expecting peace and love But I was met instead With fear so great and pain enough My soul finds no rest After it was too late, I realized I must pay the eternal price... And wander below God's gracious light