There is this entity,
Lurking within us.
We might not see it,
But its presence is among us.
It is like a shadow,
A shadow it might seem.
Make the wrong move,
and it will control you from within.
It might be a shadow,
But its presence is so alluring.
It may seem that you're in control,
When in fact you already are in a big fall.
But do not fret weary heart,
For there is this promise.
A light that will pull you out,
in this treacherous darkness.
I shout all my praise,
to the One who pulled me out.
Pulled me out of this daze,
That I though I can never come out.
A daze that I though was pure.
When in fact it was all a lie!
This treacherous shadow,
Now pulled out of my life.
The battle may have been won,
But it is never over.
Sharpen up your swords,
Strengthen your defenses.
That was just one of many battles,
We are here to win a war.
A war whether you like it or not,
You will have to take part.
Lurking and ready to pounce,
Another shadow is hiding.
Never forget the source of your light,
and keep that fire burning.
-A.R.L.
