What Injures and What Saves

"War Horse and Peace Horse"  by Sue Halstenberg

Linking with the Sunday Muse for Muse # 42


Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. ~Lao Tzu

Love is a beautiful horse that only a few truly ride

It takes courage to try to tame it and hold it by your side

You cannot be blind nor selfish, you must look it in the eyes

And be willing to give it the food it needs for the journey’s ride

Love is a beautiful horse that some see but do not embrace

They do not appreciate the colors and wonder upon its face

And those that fear the loss are not willing to take the chance

For love is a risk in falling and getting hurt for any heart of man

Love is a beautiful horse that when ridden there is no turning back

One never wants to let go once the feel of freedom is within their grasp

But many a heart has been broken and many a sad song has been played

For love in all it’s true beauty is a wild ride that can both injure as well as save. 

©Carrie Van Horn 2019