Away From the Darkness

© Julie Ruffell

A light all around me
I can't remember much
A red splashed life
And an angel's touch

I am in heaven
But all I see are frowns
Maybe they are not as pure
As the white that makes their gowns

Why does Gabrielle hate me?
She is the only one I seem to know
Says my name with hate
Yelling to "Stop it Callisto!"

But I am not a fighter
Just a peaceful girl at heart
Yet when Gabrielle sees me
Her rage breaks apart

I explain the love of heaven
Can't compete with my family
I tell Gabrielle I'm sorry
And what she finally sees is me

A battle up here is raging
Bringing tears to my eyes
When a light pulls me away
Soaring through the skies

A set of wings upon my back
Before me a grieving Eli
I tell him love is the way
And it's not a lie

Together we heal broken forms
Xena and Gabrielle born again
The entire event for the two
Was a beginning, not an end

A final thank you to my saviour
I heal her broken spine
Now together with my family
I hope everyone's heart is as happy as mine