We sat 'neath the tree of long branches

harvesting the last rays of comfort

from a sun falling into the horizon's grip

its retreat into night's mysterious flight

leaves us less bold

bravado quickly takes leave

searching the margin's deep recesses

we blink, nod and accumulate winks

stories and mysteries hidden within

revealed in performances and replays

the screen, behind our lids

draws our reviews of fear, love and delight

depending upon the night

captive to every episode

no preview, some old

some recurring friends

some frightful reminders

as they stir us through the night

our pestilence revealed

penance determined

must be executed

for in dark night's silence

we'll find no void where relief

may seek punishment's avoidance

brave men shall you seek

forgiveness in the new light

or languish with your fears

in the bed of long night