The Beginning (after the End)

I turn around, away from the wall

Beside me I see the closed door opening, even as I stare at it.

A sparkling white light emerges from within and focusses on me

Purifying the air, seemingly, as it does.

Paralysing the gaining hordes

They watch with fear and awe.

Searching for the bend, I had found the path

Walking in, I turn to take one last look at the dark hills.

Those that had once held me captive with boredom with the promise of sanctuary false.

The bright lights and rich colours revolve around me

Cleansing the dirt from my soul.

The soft pain telling me about the differences existing across the bridge I just crossed.

Bracing myself for the new, my pain dissipates and strength rekindles, as I find you

You smile so gently and take my hand.

I cry at the warmth of your touch and smile and hold you there, my hand in yours

You smile again and draw me closer

Holding me tight and near,
you take me into my new world.

There’s so much you must teach me

There’s so much you must show me

But, you fool, don’t you know?

     All I must know,

            All I must see,

                        Is you.