Cemetry Gates
Momma Didn't Raise a Coward
What had I to
fear
I wasn't
the one
lurking
suspiciously
in a graveyard
but then again
why take the risk?
Suddenly
her eyes
softened
she took a step
forward
her lip quivering
and I swear
carried upon
the autumn breeze
I heard
the whispered word
"Gerard."
