The Uncommon Shadow

The Uncommon Shadow

The common shadow
Displaying their figure each melancholy night
They firmly grasp to the lamps and lights
Avoiding the darkness of night
Flowing through each street
They show off while in the day light


But I want the hidden unknown
The shadows only seen amongst the darkness of the alleys
Unlit by the light of the streets
All one can see is darkness
In the deepening black


Unseen shadows to dark for the common passer by to spot
But I can see the darkness
And for that I divulge to know
I venture through the alleys


Seeing such beautiful shadows
Completely unknown to society
Glittering gems hidden away
Figures more splendid then the realm of fairies
Just as something out of dreams


As I am seen entering and exiting
Those individuals, those who pass by
More common then not question my decision
They share a false pity for me
For my unorthodox decision


And once emerged with my uncommon shadow
Dim and faded in the sunlight
They laugh and stare
They shun and insult me
I hide away at home till night


Sad, crying, shaking
The splendorous attributes begin to show
The hidden beauty of my shadow comforts me
Giving me a gladness of heart
It bandages my heart with feelings
Happiness, encouragement, laughter


A calm superior I must share with others
Those despicable bystanders
Those who laugh and insult me
But the prophet I’ am
Falls on hard hearts and contrite spirits
For they love their flashy shadows
Completely unprepared for the truth
Where does their shadow go when they enter the darkness?