Dressed In White

Standing at the side of my bed
As brightens surrounds my room
Eyes widening in surprise and fear
Wondering if this shiny light will be my doom.

Staring at the figure in front of me
Slowly materializing in the air
Bright blue eyes full of wisdom
Beautiful hair so fair.

Walking towards the light
Feeling my heart beat fast
Calmness enveloping me
But will this feeling last?

Coming to an abrupt halt
As I reach the person appearing
She looks so innocent and fragile
But looks can be deceiving.

Seeming to notice my fear
She holds her arms out to me
With a soft, silvery whisper
She murmurs 'Come now, come to me.

There's no need to fear, my child
For never would I hurt you
I've come to apologise
For all the pain you went through.

Know that things are better now
I'm in this pleasant place
Yet still I always miss you
Let me take you in my embrace.'

Realization hits me suddenly
Salty tears begin to pour
She wraps me in her arms tightly
Whispering not to cry no more.

'My child, do not cry for me
For now I have been blessed
I now am in no more pain
And that's the thing I have to stress.

I know you weep your tears for me
And you yearn to see my face
But now I am contented
Living in my happy place.

Know one day we'll meet again
But please try to stop your pain
While I may be gone in person
My spirit still remains.'

With those last words spoken
She's gone in a flash of light
Yet still I can feel her aura
Making the room a dazzling white.

Sliding quietly to the floor
Tiny smile appearing on my face
Now I know without a doubt who she was
My Nan informing me she's at a better place.