When darkness engulfs my world
and the war inside my head rages on
I look for you on the battlefield, you are not there.

The pounding drums in my brain
resonate with my heartbeat, neither in tune
You start my day off with mean words
Then leave me to my will

There is no mercy in your voice, no empathy
just your way, your words, your house
I am but a mere shadow, a grey shell of a mouse
I can not forget, I can not let it be

You pull the shroud over me and only lift it
When it is convenient for you, your will to give the light
I am done. I am spent for the last time.

When darkness comes again, I will submit
I will let the war go on and fight you in my mind,
with my heart and soul...

I will seek you on the battlefield and not stop, until
The darkness consumes or I reach the realm of light.

(c) Jennifer L. Clark