FRIENDS IN THE NIGHT


Suddenly the confusion ends and chaos begins
Walking on a road filled with sharp rocks
Bare feet pierced slightly with each step
The warmth of the sun dissipates with the coming storm

Wanderers on distant courses
Mixing in amongst one another
Intertwined thoughts revolving around
Words not solid in meaning

Where understanding once was
Now only mystifying contemplation
Strong trees stood tall
Then burn with flames to the ground

Love like granite wears with time and water
Some try to hold onto it
Keep it together
Then tear at it till it vanishes

A friend speaks of holding a hand out
While withdrawing it in time of need
Tranquility lost to distrust
A revelation twisted into misconception

The rocks piece deeper into the flesh
A reminder of reality
Trust and stay hidden
There is safety in darkness

Wait for the night
Solitude of emotions
If they see, don�t let them see
Sing a song that looks well to the world

For if they know
They will run into the night
Never to be seen again
Don�t let them near, your heart is what they want to dismiss

Michael V Hechtman Copyright � 2001