Only When

Only when amidst

the darkest of nights

can one see

the brightest of stars

only when nearest

our destined shores

can we see oceans

widest and afar.



Only when awakening

to being lost in the maze

can one hear

the homecoming call

only when embracing

the heart's ascent

can we see the world

fading until its fall.



Only when bearing

this relentless winter

can one long

for a timeless spring

only when feeling confined

by all worldliness

can we seek

the more boundless things.