In the magic hours of deep night
A sliver of moon and stars shine bright
Daylight commotion is fast asleep
Dream threads float up into heaven’s keep
I have battled demons then some
Stuck in mind’s quagmire and lost become
In thoughts of shame at what I have done
Actions from which I try hard to run
Oh my bitter conscience strong and wild
Where is the innocence of my child
I have drifted so far from that place
Guilt webs throughout my mental disgrace
How, where, why and what, I am confused
Like a worn out rag that’s been abused
Don’t turn away and make it alright
Many hours remain in this night
Into my shadow I shall now dive
To witness all and not to contrive
To bear my deep pain and suffering
That to the surface a light I’ll bring
Oh blessed angels support me now
I am a field ready for your plow
My tears water, now compost my pain
That your love blessings I shall now gain
Emerging from darkness infernal
To know my essence as eternal
May forgiving myself guide my way
Forgive others and for all life pray
Loving-kindness planted in my core
Not forgetting where I was before
All attachments I therefore release
Unburdened now my light shall increase
Blessed angels that surround me now
In your loving brilliance take my vow
To act in kindness with love each day
Every word I speak suffering allay
And when I fail I will be aware
Of what to do that will then repair
The pain caused by my words and actions
That they shall become benefactions
Back on my feet I now walk in love
Respecting life below and above
Miracle and beauty all around
Forgiveness a blessing so profound