CROSS ROADS...

She knelt alone at the crossroads
The wind tossing her hither and thither
Her slim body torn with dread and desire
Her mind dumb and her body numb
Numb with pain and sorrow
Of the bleakness of tomorrow
When her loved one will no longer be
Hers to cherish and hers to adore

She shakes her head like an animal in pain
Shaken deeply to the depths of her core
Seeking to release the grief that consumes her
For the loss of a great friendship and love

She did not know which way to turn
And yet turn she must if she has to pass the crossroads
She asked Soul “Can’t I stay here a little while longer?”
“You cannot lest you be tossed into darkness yonder”

“I don’t mind” she came back strongly and surely
“The straight road awaits you” said Soul just as clearly
“I know not why I hesitate” she tried once more meekly
“Trust me –your destiny is already in place” said Soul promptly.


“What of my wishes? “she tried Soul again..
“They might be fulfilled” was the short refrain...
“Should I go alone?” she asked in desperation
“Alone you came and alone you shall go”

“Must I go at all?” she asked one last time
“Go you must- if peace better than pain..”
She took the path alone and the wind slowed down
Her back erect and her head no longer bowed down..