I have gone near death and the Darkness of Death many times
Each time that dark
Has added
Just a little more Light to me,
Making me Brighter inside
Because of that closeness
That intimacy with death
Mortality.
It creates for me a greater appreciation of life
All the emotions that brighten us
And the lives of those around us.
It magnifies my gratitude to LIFE
Enhances my empathy compassion and Love
For all around me
And that me I often never appreciate
Going near the dark
Touching it
Being kissed by it’s intimacy,
I glow brighter
Yet still…
Shudder at that shadowy kiss.