Empty, But Not Numb

River flows in and out

empties into my soul

the energy, the vibe

the movement of the Spirit

the rhythm of the dance

the compassion of the heart

all encompass in the lyrics

the song that can not end

the lessons learned

the pain released

the healing that began

when one would speak

soft voice he had

deep and alluring

moved me to tears

pulled rich emotions up from the fear

my soul is crying

my eyes are longing

why I miss you so

I do not know

the stars still illuminate the sky

My heart is daily saying goodbye

My emotions are alive

are real inside

and I thank you

for helping me see

that empty does not mean alone

numb does not equal emptiness.

the journey of the soul

the complexities of one's life.

understanding nothing of

the depth of a life-

That is confusion

to the soul.

Freedom calls from

One that is life.

one that is confused

that is seeking...
Is reaching out

the heart that is

Empty, but not numb