Save my soul

This painting, titled "Save My Soul," was my second ever oil painting. Though I was not aware of it at the time, I was going through a significant healing process. Whenever things are difficult or seem hopeless, we tend to assume the worst. But now as I look back, it appears to be the only way to go forward. At times, we must look past the difficult seasons to appreciate the elegance of the lesson.

You are my sleepless nights
A racing heart that's never promised
It's own reward
The incessant chatter
That never seems to get bored

A hand that promises to rescue
But never pulls me free
You are the worst in me

A dream that can never measure up
To an imaginary prayer
Of power and pain
I thought I saw you there

But the shadow flew away
And I was left to
Face the day

The strongest illusion
With the highest form Of suffering
Ever born

If you can promise the world
Why can't you ease the pain?
If you can save my soul
Why can't you erase the shame?

Dreams of selfish ambition
Cling to my vision
And I'm not so sure
I want you anymore

written by

M.W