A Dose of Truth

A Dose of Truth

Caught in the cross-hairs

like prey to a hunter's mark

praying to be unleashed

from the anvils

of pain and hurt

buried deep in the depths

where love and peace

long to be

purpose prods insistently

whispering hope and words

of wisdom and guidance

yet over the voices

beguiling you

like a wolf in sheep's clothing

while keeping you distracted

they thrust the knife into

your side

you gasp in pain and

as your tears begin to dry

you were wise enough to hold onto the hand

that stabbed you

the horror in your eyes and soul

as you trace the hand attached to the knife,

on to find the hand....

is your own.