Saved by the Light

FredPeyer

Leaning out from the railing

He looks straight down

The water mesmerizing him

Beckoning to him

Shushed promises

To take away the pain

Luring him into aegis

Like stepping back into

The safety of mothers womb

 

Holding on to the railing

He looks up, wants to see

The night-sky one more time

Before taking that final step

 

A shooting star blazes across

The dark and star filled sky

He is stunned, nearly loses his grip

Hugs the railing to his chest

Like a father hugs a baby

Never wanting to let go

Then climbs over the railing

To the safety of the bridge

 

Disoriented and confused

His mind is drawn to the water

But held back by the light

He turns, and slowly walks away

 

Another soul saved by the light

  • Author: Alfred Peyer (Pseudonym) (Offline Offline)
  • Published: January 11th, 2018 16:18
  • Category: Reflection
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Comments7

  • Louis Gibbs

    In the final analysis, 'the light', which we all are a part of, is all that there really is ... it is everything. A wonderful metaphor, Fred!

    • FredPeyer

      Thanks Louis, and a metaphor it is! Thank you for understanding!

    • Tony36

      Beautiful write

      • FredPeyer

        Thank you Tony!

        • Tony36

          Welcome

        • Michael Edwards

          Well written with a great conclusion - a real worthy piece Fred.

          • FredPeyer

            Thanks Michael, glad you think so!

          • Fay Slimm.

            A telling piece with first rate metaphor - -light indeed can come suddenly to change lives. Thanks for posting this Fred.

            • FredPeyer

              Thanks Fay! I have never been in such a situation, but I do believe that most people will grab at any straw that will offer hope in order not to do what they intended to do. (Kind of convoluted, but I wanted to get around the 'S' word!

            • draculazy

              Wonderful imagery!

              • FredPeyer

                Thanks draculazy! It is basically story telling!

              • El_Pretzadente

                Right Write.
                Nice work!

                • FredPeyer

                  Mahalo EP, appreciate your comment!

                • Goldfinch60

                  The light will always be there even in the darkest of times. Good write.

                  • FredPeyer

                    Thanks Goldfinch! Yes, that is what I believe!



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