Hour of Darkness

Copyright 24 January 1998

By Amaranth Rose

(There’s a tune…)

When I’m in my darkest hours,

And shadowed darkness overpowers,

There’s a force that strengthens me

And helps me carry through.

When pain is overwhelming me,

Threatening to destroy me,

Strength from somewhere down inside

Gets me through the day.

When fever wracks my tortured brain,

Makes me fear I’ll go insane,

Courage swells from deep within

And brings me through again.

Nightmares’ furies rend my mind

Leaving my soul slashed and blind,

Serenity sweeps them all aside,

Restoring peace again.

Perhaps someday I’ll walk in light,

Leave behind this endless night,

For I’ve been through the crucible,

Perhaps I’ve earned the right.