The Veil

The veil between was gossamer

I tried to see right through

Casting shadows as in dreams

Secrets hid were more than few

I tore down the veil triumphantly

Declaring I could see

But then was hearkened to the sadness

That was to follow me

Bit by bit the veil in place

To cast its shadows before my eyes

Now once again I'm blind and free

And I'll believe all the lies.

S. Cooper/2006