Timeless

Many speak of courage and the dragons that they meet

But what of the dragon within, deep within the deep

A beast so terrifying, it’s made many a strong man weep

No flames bursting from its maw

Instead a song so captivating it lulls you to sleep

All other dragons are scales in its hide

One must enter its lair alone and bow at its feet

You must respect its power before you draw your sword

Because once you stab its heart you in turn pierce your own

Mustering this kind of courage is no easy feat

By killing the dragon you also kill yourself

You are reborn in the womb of wombs

You awake to the world humbled and renewed

For it's embracing the truth of this beast
That allows you the clarity to recognize peace

Copyright © | Year Posted 2011



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Date: 12/14/2011 7:51:00 AM
Wishing you glad tiding for the upcoming Holiday Season Christopher. It is the time of year to reach out to old friends and new friends as well. As the old year ends and the New Year arrives I wish blessings to you and yours always. May you be blessed with inspiration and see your writing endeavors cascade upward in 2012. Love, Carol
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Christopher Stones
Date: 12/14/2011 10:42:00 AM
Thank you. Happy Holidays and many blessings to you and yours as well.
Date: 12/13/2011 5:12:00 PM
The dragons that slay us and the ones we wish to slay. A deeper message here that I love to probe.
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Christopher Stones
Date: 12/13/2011 11:09:00 PM
Thank you.
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