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AN  ANGEL  CARED 
   
   
by Dan McDonald 
     
   
Maddening, swirling, tumultuous thoughts give my heart no peace 
Muscles tensing, heart's wrenching, longing for release 
Walled off from emotions, numbed to dreams of bliss 
Frantically grasping for a hold, sliding further into the abyss 
All color drains from my world, subtle shades of gray permeate 
Broken shards cast illusions, hope falsely propagates 
    A former warrior, battle tested, I frantically disguise my fears 
Resolve dissolves, nervousness abounds as my refuge disappears 
As autumn's cycle nears an end, the ice begins to advance 
Stealthily attacking, patiently awaiting for a perfect chance 
A frozen heart, desolate and bare, obscures all that would try to see 
The warmth reflected, gives off no heat, illusions mask reality 
On hands and knees, mumbling pleas, I search for sanctuary 
To glimpse beyond this desolation, to a world of possibility 
    Eyes closed, perceptions peeked, it hovers beyond my reach 
A whispered supplication, alone, these barriers I cannot breach 
A gentle touch, delicate and warm, I feel her reach for me 
Chasing back the shadows, an angel, cradles my sanity 
Relaxing, drifting, smiling, I find comfort in her embrace 
My savior and redeemer, a sassy smile upon her face 
I close my eyes and search within, I'll trust my instincts this time 
I feel a heart of gold as her passion's unfold, a beauty so sublime 
Peace radiates from her body, a warmth soaks into my soul 
A smile reflects a love so deep, my heart I cannot control 
Illusions shimmer and are gone, my world is bright and true 
Spring marches forth with determination as my life begins anew 
To pass beyond is what I sought, but dreams do not compare 
To the reality of this wonderland graced by an angel so fair 
Dreams shared, rendezvous dared, we joined together as one 
The bonds of my enslavement have been lifted, my battle finally won 
No regrets can be found, my reflections bring no remorse 
Love that binds, as the tendrils climbed lead me down this course 
Peace and comfort fill my soul where once only chaos dared 
Now love emanates, peace radiates, because an angel cared
     
  
 
 
  
 
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