Light and Dark

I lost my way in the land of the lonely

I have no need for a bull from your pen

But I did not see what you were doing

You stained my face with a love that was resounding.

I saw a light that shone so very brightly

It became my slight so bright and blinding

And I was a tree with roots seeking fresh water

You were a stream in a garden of new beauty

I lost my way in the land of milk and honey

I wanted you more than I ever should have

I became enthralled with what I deemed worthy

You awoke me, You told me I was wrong

I make account for my sin, shame, and fever

I could not see the obsession overtaking me

What is the cost to become so accosted

I am a man with investments so cheap

I was afraid of the failure inside of my skin

the deep and dark beneath my bright and dim

I became angry, questioning Your every intention

You shot me down smoke trailing from my brain

You shot me down and put me in my place

I misread the weight of what became breath taking

I now believe in a specific beautiful plan

I can now see the rises and the falls,

I see where You have me so clearly

I can see why You put me in my place