Descending angels, taking flight
Upon a heavenly mission have been dispatched
To accompany and protect the ceremonial carriage
Which has been sent to transport you safely home
Forces of evil, skulking about
For their final ambush, they lie in wait
Assembled and hiding, in full strength
Their final stand they are about to make
I sit upon your bed, holding your hand
As demons battle within my head
Do I release you into heavens arms
Or fight to keep you here with me
Keeping constant vigil with two earthly angels
We watch as you slowly slip away from us
I want to cry out, Stay here with me
Do not leave me here so all alone
You gave me life, taught me how to dance
You filled my life with devoted love
Never asking for anything in return
It's much too soon, will I be able to let go
The angels are waiting to take you home
To release you from all your earthly pain
I fear not, I know the Lord will take care of you
Satan has no chance of capturing you.
I whisper to you, hoping to remain strong
Mama, please don't worry about us
We will be fine, you can now let go
Oh Mama, I Love You So!
I gaze upon this face, which I so deeply love
Gingerly I stroke your hair with gentle fingertips
Softly I place my head upon your chest
And listen, as you gently take your final earthly breath
Gitte©
Submitted to The Poetry Circle
