Faith Remains

Can I lay here now...

In your arms,

And a world,

Full of ruins?

Don't leave me now...

Up in arms,

And so lost,

In confusion.

And I never thought,

I'd say goodbye,

To being all alone.

But by your side,

My fear subsides.

I think I'll call this home.

Can you stay,

Until it's over?

I'm scared,

Please hold me closer.

Lay your head,

Upon my shoulder.

And stay, right here by my side...

So I can close my eyes.

All is quiet now...

I can hear,

Shaking breath,

And a trickling tear.

I can see it now...

Growing lights,

From faithful stars.

The night is clear.

Fear or love - 

My heart's still throbbing,

And I'm not sure why.

Small and lonely fires,

Will soon burn out,

But mine will never die.

Can you stay,

Until it's over?

I'm scared,

Please hold me closer.

Lay your head,

Upon my shoulder.

And stay, right here by my side...

So I can close my eyes.

Nothing left to lose.

It's just me and you.

Don't explain,

Or take the blame.

Embrace your pain,

And face your shame.

I'm just like you,

I feel this, too.

So close your eyes,

And just believe -

I'll make it hard for you to leave.

Just imagine,

What could happen.

I'm at your side.

Don't run and hide.

Just decide,

To take a ride.

I'm scared, too.

But we'll get through.

So close your eyes,

And just believe -

I'll make it hard for you to leave.

I'm serious.

Are you curious?

You know I am,

So take my hand.

I know you can.

I understand.

I'm just like you.

I feel this, too.

So close your eyes, 

And just believe -

I'll make it hard for you to leave.

Please don't go,

Reach a little bit farther now...

Just look around,

We're both safe and sound.

Please don't go,

Stay a little bit longer now...

Just look around,

We're both safe and sound.

Please don't go,

Come a little bit closer now...

Just look around,

We're both safe and sound.

Reviews

[Heather]

This is great, my favourite stanza is the third one, it reeks of innocence and hope, the idea that most times and feeling aren't permanent. It's truly lovely, I thoroughly enjoyed it :)

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Thank you so much, my new friend! Your words are very kind :)

[Lyn Anderson]

I am getting the idea of Epic Simplicity. This I like -- it has a very natural flow to it. I know you don't know me, and I hope you are one who appreciates constructive criticism. The very first lay should be lie -- you can claim poetic license, for sure, but grammatically speaking "lie" is the proper term (Let me lie here) -- for simple tips on such thing, Grammar Girl is a useful page. http://www.quickanddirtytips.com/education/grammar/lay-versus-lie Again, pardon me if that's not what you want to hear. But I don't like to let good writing be unintentionally encumbered by minor errors.

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Wow, thanks for the great review! I welcome the advice. Thank you for helping me and taking the time to read my work.

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

And I'm more than happy to hear you say you get my motif of epic simplicity!

[Mari K]

I just reread this is in my library. It is still one of my favorite poems I've ever read. So beautiful.

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Wow! Thank you so much, Mari! Your words are much appreciated.

[Etta Beasley]

Beautiful and flawless writing.. I really admire the change of pace in the middle. Can't wait to read more from you!

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Wow! Thank you very much, Etta! I appreciate your kind words! And don't worry, there will be a lot more coming!

[Melinda McQueen]

The sharing of love is the greatest of all. What absolute fear is there in never looking into the face of the one you love.
A lovely write.

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Thank you very much for reading and reviewing, Melinda!

[An owl on the moon]

Such a growing voice of love.. of longing.. not just a desire for a moment.. but a lifetime.. And no matter what is happening outside.. love is the strongest shield...

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Thank you for the kind words, my friend!

[Great Aunt Astri]

Fear is never far away from commitment. Your poem deals with this very well, and I was left with a feeling of comfort at the end. Well written.

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Thank you for your kind review, my friend!

[~]

Tugging at the heart and with a beautiful flow. I can read this over and over again.

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Wow! Thank you so much for reading and reviewing! I really appreciate your kind words!

[Aarea]

Beautiful, heart-wrenching, great language...This poem is a big score. Nice work. The entire piece kept me reading to the very end. I like the lyrical feel. Good job!

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Thank you so much, Aarea! I always appreciate your very kind reviews! I am so sorry for the late reply but I've been away for a while!

[one sky]

I love this so much, Michael. This is a great lyrical piece.
Thank you for sharing your talent with us. Keep it up!

[Michael (Letters and Lifelines)]

Wow! Thank you very much, my friend! I am so sorry for the late reply but I've been away for a while!