Shadow of the Valley

Tired of walking I stopped to rest.

My companion stopping with me.

No one really looks at you, said I. 

You have a strange allure that lingers. 

A peace and calm to be had. 

My silent companion smiled as we sat 

In the shadow of the valley. 

From where I traveled those that remained wept. 

Cursing he that led the way

But in time they too shall join me. 

Traveling with the Angel of Death.

Reviews

[jacob erin-cilberto]

Reminds me very much of Emily Dickinson's "Because I could not stop for death, he kindly stopped for me/ the carriage held but just ourselves and immortality"
oh those roads we do not want to travel....the companion might just let us down.
j.

[Cherrie Palmer]

That woman should ✍ write. Her words were always filled with such grace and vivid images.

[Lathen Griffiths]

Many people dodge this issue that we all have facing us, but I believe it’s best to look these things straight in the eye. This pretty much says it all …


Lathen

[Cherrie Palmer]

Most people try to avoid the topic of death. I agree we should look at ot straight on.

[Chris Shaw]

Dear Cherrie. When I read your lines, I thought how brave. How brave to have a conversation with the Reaper as you walk in the shadows of death. It is not your time. I wanted you to escape his clutches. My dear mum has the shadow over her. Any time now.

Chris

[Cherrie Palmer]

I'm sorry to hear that it is so hard letting go. People are never ready to let go of loved ones. All we can do is be there for them.

[Chris Shaw]

Eight years coming. We are ready. It will be a release from torment for her. Thank you Cherrie. Be well.