From the Eyes of Death



I am death.

I will greet you in silence Hold your hand right in mine I will give you a hug

As you’re saying goodbye

I am hated by some

And sought by others

Though I never endure pain, Only instant relief of suffering

I work everyday

No holidays or sick days

Though I hate war

For my hours are extra long and busy

I’ve been to all the biggest world catastrophes And carried off all the greatest people

I’ve even had tea with the queens

People usually panic

Though it never seems to help, they try to escape from me, yet, it never does work out.

They also try to out run me, though I always win the race.


I have always been watching you

With binoculars from above

I am the shadow you see in the distance

And the bright white light that will soon consume you I always come close to greeting you with open arms Telling you about my day

Yet, as I pounce to tie a friendship bracelet on

You quickly slip away

Though don’t worry darling

Your time will soon come

However, before I pick you up for our never ending sleepover I encourage you to be peaceful and live fully

Don’t forget about me though, I will not forget about you

I am death.

About this poem

A personification of death, its inevitability, and the comfort one can gain in finding peace with its role in our lives

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Written on May 05, 2016

Submitted by Katelynpaige45 on December 11, 2023

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