-- Shadow Soul --

John Herlihy

Only you can do it; you know what “it” is;

Blow away all complexes as so much fizz.

Courage lies within you should not spare;

Let all the world know it lies quietly there.

Why drag thru your life such a heavy load;

An airy lightness lies in your heart’s abode.

No second guessing your actions to rescind;

Throw those nagging questions into the wind.

Let no one ever try your true self to take away;

Your cup filled to overflowing in its own way.

The reserves of fortitude that you never show;

Let your wealth of gifts upon others bestow.

Beauty lies dimmed within your shadow soul;

Let it meet the light of day to become whole.

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(c) John Herlihy 3 June 2019