Unfolding

In the quiet heartbeat
In the deeps
There is doubt

In the space between breathes
In the silence
Fear gives its council

Slipping inward
Gasping for air
The maelstrom calms

In the quiet heartbeat
In the deeps
There is resolve

In the space between breathes
In the silence
I awaken

Javelin

Wood and stone
Struck deep,
Pierced veil, ripped shroud
To let the sunshine through

Velvet caress, sybilant phrases
Lift me to the light
A beacon
You draw me close
Burn me in your flames