A SECRET PLACE


I have a secret place
There is no path
It is covered by green shrubs
A cave bright with light
I go there when I want to be alone
And gather my thoughts

Inside I have all my treasures
My fear of heights
Pain of loves gone passed
The loss of children
Here I can feel
There is no shame

This cave is full
Not all is sorrow
I have my dreams
And joyful memories
The spirits of
Friends and family
My love for all the world

Every time I come here
I release into the walls
What life I bring with me
The rocks remember for me
What has gone before
I am free again
To start anew

My cave where
No one can enter
Only me and spirits of love
I nuzzle to the wall
Feel the cool rock
I cherish these moments
Sheltered from the world
At peace


Michael V Hechtman