The night bleeds
Crying from its longing,
From its ache and desire
To touch the Light
One last time.
The shadows shiver
From their loneliness,
From their memories
Of a life once lived,
And from a love
Once deeply held.
Midnight
Screams in agony,
Each mournful strike
Another tortured reminder
Of a happiness
That is now
Forever lost.


James M. Guzman