Alone
A lone shadow
flickers upon the sands,
emanating woe,
where a child stands.
His eyes paint,
bandages a canvas-
the sun shows no restraint
in stealing proof of his sadness.
Wracked by grief,
soft cries radiate
craving love and relief,
until they gently abate.
A figure takes form
on the horizon,
with a smile so warm
the world seems to brighten.
The worn soles
of his wrapped feet
leave shallow holes
in his haste to greet.
Each step takes
him ever closer.
Each step breaks
his heart growing colder.
His footsteps cease
upon a rise,
as a tall rock meets
his misted eyes.
A child stands,
emanating woe.
Flickering upon the sands,
a lone shadow.
Cover art by Skence on DeviantArt