Love Released

A voice calls out from the darkness.
The words are indiscernable, but the voice unmistakeable.

It is you.
                     My Love.
                                          Beckoning.

I pull against the bindings, wanting to be near you.
The darkness smothers me and fear overwhelms.
I pause, uncertain, until you call again.
Timid, I inch to your side.
Sensing my fear, you take my hand.
Your love envelops me, clearing the shadows.
Finally, I am free to stand by your side.