Down

Down 

Down 

I drift as a leaf 

Flutters to the ground in Fall 

Destined to wither away 

And die. 

The darkness envelopes me 

As I avoid the light 

Withdrawing into 

The depths of my despair 

Forsaking my community 

I crouch in my solitary cocoon 

All alone,

Hopeless 

In a pitch black tunnel that has no end. 

Suddenly, light pierces the darkness 

I shrink back 

Squinting in the brightness 

A small form, like a cherub, approaches 

He beholds me, 

A twinkle in his eye,

A mischievous grin on his round, little face.

The sweet imp reaches up

And grabs my hand 

Holding fast 

With a grip that will never let go

He looks at me and I at him 

Inhaling deeply 

We retreat from the darkness 

And revel in the glorious light.