A Friend By My Side


White, pure, peaceful, holy. A place I've been away for
too long.
Excited, scared, shaking, tears near, pounding heart,
about to turn away.
Beautiful spirit, quiet strength, soothing words, a gentle touch,
a friend by my side leading the way.
Man in white, Huge doors, legs like jell-o,
praying they hold.
Nerves raw, trembling hands, recommend shown,
mind in a whirl.
Can't breath, panic close, eyes squeezed shut, cleansing breaths taken,
time to step out.
Beautiful spirit, quiet strength, soothing words, a gentle touch,
a friend by my side leading the way.
Noise rushing in my ears, trying to clear the cobwebs
in my mind.
Most feared part now upon me, feeling sick, voice shaking,
hands trembling, praying for calm.
Spirit still, quiet, searching for a Fathers loving comfort.
Made it through.
Beautiful spirit, quiet strength, soothing words, a gentle touch,
a friend by my side leading the way.
Tears spilling free, heart overflowing, not sure how to thank,
no words perfect enough.
White, pure, peaceful, holy. A place I've been away for
too long.

Becky Ann Bradshaw
July 20, 2010