Whispers of Death

Death beckons me to heed his call
He bids me to hasten my departure
He woos me with his hypnotizing words
That fly true, like the arrows of an archer

For a season, his cries went unheard
As I marveled at the beat of my heart
But now, it seems, my life unfulfilling
I keep looking for ways to depart

He's ever present, as I wander this maze
Pleading for my jouney to end
Telling me lies of false understanding
And taking the appearance of a friend

He whispers my name, in subliminal message
That only my mind can perceive
A pale horse, stands, at the foot of my bed
Looking for ways to deceive

He whispers, "No mercy", no mercy indeed
For I too, must one day atone
No one can hear my cries for compassion
For it's true, we all die alone

Though life be predictable, no longer appealing
For now, in my purpose content
But growing so weary, of his never ending cadence
I fear, I too, must one day relent
Copyright © | Year Posted 2010

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Taylor Avatar
April 25, 2010 at 5:22 PM
Something to think about.
Amero Avatar
April 25, 2010 at 5:10 PM
Nice! There are times he seems close ... and a friend that we unknowingly embrace. I can relate and it's a good poem. Thanks for sharing. Tony
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April 25, 2010 at 9:05 AM
Outstanding, Larry! One thing we must ALL one day relent to. Death has awaited us since the day we were born, but to live in paralyzed fear of it is not to live at all.
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