I lie awake each night
Long after you're asleep
I envy your restful slumber
Through salty eyes I weep
As the air thickens
I struggle just to breathe
Bowing my head in sorrow
I pray so desperately
Grant my mind solace
If my thoughts go astray
Allow my soul to carry on through grief courageously
Protect me from the pain
That haunts my every thought
Awaken my restless spirit
If my dreams become too dark
Make my heart resilient
If it shatters painfully
Teach me about patience
While I gather it piece by piece
Allow me the courage
To assemble it once again
As I try not to crush
The fragile pieces in my hand
If my strength grows weary
And I tremble at the knees
Hold my hand and steady me
So I stumble gracefully
Writing this poem helped me through one of the darkest hours of my life. Out of pain, we can create much beauty. We just need to listen to the soul. I hope it helps you see the beauty through your pain.