Shadows

Shadows in the night.
Shadows where there is no light.
So dark the colors they wear.
Secrets so many they bear.
Death, their close and dear friends.
Sorrow, to many they always send.
Far from me they always stay,
for I keep seeing the bright new day.
I always wonder, why can't I die?
And among white flowers would I lie.
My yearning for peace finally to me would come.

And a sad tune, I would no longer hum.
Shadows! Dark Shadows, don't stay away.
Give to another, my new day.
Willingly would I rest for them.
For within loneliness, my life has stemmed.
Take me into thy deep dark coat.
So others my presence don't have to loathe.
No other has ever waited for you more.
For once gone, my spirits would finally soar.