From light
he emerged
with unfathomable
kindness and compassion.
He picks up your frail hand
intertwining it into his.
Strengthening you a little
to endure the pain and suffering
from this hellish disease
you’ve been fighting.
He whispers in your ear
“I hold the promise of rest”
Your soul beams at him
Finally, the long-awaited rest is here.
Patricia Pretorius, pen name BL Dineo, resides in Cape Town and works in corporate. She believes that writing is not just a creative outlet, but one of the oldest and greatest healers.