Silent Nevermore by Mike Williams 01/15/2016 @ 1:57 P.M.

Before the last silvery thought rises, 
Like a golden bird caged. 
To warble a secret song apearched, 
Beyond time, entranced, and aged. 

Spectral feelings a pheonix rebirthed, 
From the dust and ash. 
Brim with fire and furry exsquisite, 
And spark in flamming flash. 

The mind once shut is now reopened, 
No longer fearing life's pains. 
A heart too often shattered and broken, 
Knows nothing ventured never gains. 

This I take to hold and keep, 
Wide-eyed awake as I dream. 
'Tis better to live and die rediculous, 
Than keep quiet and go unseen. 

Now I think in ways mysterious, 
Thoughts I never thought before. 
Sing aloud and proud serine and sweet, 
And remain silent nevermore.