A Gentle Breeze Sweeps Through My Room

A gentle breeze sweeps through my room,
As I lay dying in the gloom.
The air is dank and yet so sweet,
Inviting death, I choose to greet.
I have been patient as I wait,
To leave this earth in such a state.
It was once said, "Death Be Not Proud",¹
For I am not seeking a crowd.

A gentle breeze sweeps through my room,
As I lay dying in the gloom.
Soft footsteps approach my death-bed,
Eager to quell the tears I’ve shed.
My body tenses as I lay,
Awaiting the end of this day.
I have suffered far too long,
I need some peace just to be strong.

A gentle breeze sweeps through my room,
As I lay dying in the gloom.
From the darkness comes forth a hand,
Touching my head, I need to stand.
A voice whispers into my ear,
"Follow me now," is what I hear.
As I stand and leave this bed,
My blood thickens around my head.

A gentle breeze sweeps through my room,
As I go forward in the gloom.
A spectral force with strength so shy,
Guides me towards a light in the sky.
Through the window, in search of peace,
My life is given a new lease.
"Just stay with me, you’ll have new life",
I am promised despite the strife.

A gentle breeze sweeps through my room,
As I go forward in the gloom.
I see myself asleep inside,
What should I do? Where should I hide?
My mystery guide moves away,
Should I go so others can stay?
I’m not afraid of pending doom,
A gentle breeze sweeps through my room.

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¹Death Be Not Proud, Holy Sonnet #10, is a metaphysical poem by John Donne, written around 1610 and first published posthumously in 1633. Death Be Not Proud is a memoir by American author John Gunther, taking its name from Holy Sonnet X by John Donne. The story was portrayed in a 1975 TV movie starring Robby Benson as Johnny Gunther and Arthur Hill as John Gunther.